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Hay fever in due to...

Hay fever in due to

A

Insect transmitted pollen

B

Water borne pollen and pathogens

C

Wind borne pollen

D

Virus infected pollen.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Hay Fever**: Hay fever, also known as allergic rhinitis, is a common seasonal allergy that occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the environment, particularly pollen. 2. **Identifying the Causes**: The primary cause of hay fever is the inhalation of pollen, which is released by various plants, especially grasses and trees. 3. **Types of Pollen**: The question provides multiple options regarding the type of pollen that could cause hay fever: - Insect transmitted pollen - Water borne pollen - Wind borne pollen - Virus infected pollen 4. **Analyzing Each Option**: - **Insect Transmitted Pollen**: This type of pollen is not a common cause of hay fever, as insects typically carry pollen for fertilization purposes rather than for causing allergies. - **Water Borne Pollen**: Pollen does not typically spread through water; therefore, this option is also incorrect. - **Wind Borne Pollen**: This is the correct option. Wind carries pollen from trees and grasses, which can be inhaled by humans, leading to hay fever. - **Virus Infected Pollen**: This option is incorrect as viruses do not infect pollen grains in a way that would cause hay fever. 5. **Conclusion**: Based on the analysis, the correct answer is that hay fever is primarily caused by wind borne pollen. **Final Answer**: Wind borne pollen. ---
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