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Which of these communicable disease is seen in aquatic organisms?

A

Fin rot

B

Anthrax

C

Yellow vein mosaic

D

Foot and mouth disease

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding the Question**: The question asks which communicable disease is seen in aquatic organisms. We need to identify the disease from the given options that primarily affects organisms living in water. 2. **Identifying the Options**: The options provided are: - A) Fin rot - B) Anthrax - C) Yellow vein mosaic - D) Foot and mouth disease 3. **Defining Aquatic Organisms**: Aquatic organisms are those that live in water, including fish, amphibians, and some invertebrates. 4. **Understanding Communicable Diseases**: Communicable diseases are those that can be transmitted from one individual to another, either through direct or indirect contact. 5. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Fin Rot**: This is a disease that affects fish and is caused by bacterial or fungal infections. It is communicable among fish. - **Anthrax**: This disease primarily affects cattle and is not associated with aquatic organisms. - **Yellow Vein Mosaic**: This is a viral disease that affects certain plants and does not pertain to aquatic organisms. - **Foot and Mouth Disease**: This disease affects livestock, particularly cattle, and is not related to aquatic organisms. 6. **Conclusion**: Among the options, **Fin Rot** is the only disease that is seen in aquatic organisms, specifically fish. 7. **Final Answer**: The communicable disease seen in aquatic organisms is **Fin Rot**. ---
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