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Disease aggravated by pollution is
(a) Scurvy
(b) Rheumatism
(c) Haemophillia
(d) Bronchitis

A

Scurvy

B

Rheumatism

C

Haemophillia

D

Bronchitis.

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To solve the question "Disease aggravated by pollution is," we need to analyze each option provided and determine which disease is linked to pollution, particularly air pollution. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understand the Question**: We need to identify which of the diseases listed is aggravated by pollution, specifically air pollution. 2. **Analyze Each Option**: - **(a) Scurvy**: This disease is caused by a deficiency of vitamin C (ascorbic acid). It is not related to pollution. - **Conclusion**: Incorrect. - **(b) Rheumatism**: This is an inflammatory disease caused by the accumulation of uric acid in the joints. It is not directly linked to pollution. - **Conclusion**: Incorrect. - **(c) Haemophilia**: This is a genetic disorder caused by the absence of a clotting factor in the blood. It is not influenced by environmental factors like pollution. - **Conclusion**: Incorrect. - **(d) Bronchitis**: This is an inflammatory disease of the bronchioles and is significantly aggravated by air pollution. Exposure to pollutants can worsen the symptoms of bronchitis. - **Conclusion**: Correct. 3. **Final Answer**: Based on the analysis, the disease aggravated by pollution is **(d) Bronchitis**.
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