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Question 4 • Medical Terminology - EL3620

Which condition is caused by coal and dust in the lungs?

Answer
A
tuberculosis
B
byssinosis
C
anthracosis
D
asbestosis

Explanation

Anthracosis is caused by coal dust accumulating in the lungs, often darkening lung tissue. Byssinosis is linked to cotton dust, and asbestosis to asbestos fibers; tuberculosis is an infectious disease.

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