Question

The infectious and contagious bacterial disease that affects cattle, buffaloes, horses, sheep and goats is
A) Anthrax
B) Necrosis
C) Tick Fever
D) Rinderpest

Answer 1

Bacterial diseases shall include any form of the disease caused by bacteria. Bacteria are a type of microorganism that are tiny life forms that can only be seen through a microscope.

Complete answer:
Harmful bacteria that cause bacterial infections and diseases are considered pathogenic bacteria. Anthrax is a disease caused by a spore-forming bacteria called Bacillus anthracis. It mainly affects cattle, buffaloes, horses, sheep. Bacillus anthracis is an entity that is widely distributed across the globe. It is currently known to be a necessary pathogen whose environmental existence depends on the continued infection of susceptible animals. It is most commonly seen in wild and domestic herbivores such as cattle, dogs, goats, camels, etc. Bacillus anthracis spores can remain infective in soil for several years to come. They are a possible cause of infection for grazing livestock during this period. Grazing animals can become infected by ingesting ample quantities of these spores from the soil. In addition to these direct transmission, biting flies can transmit Bacillus anthracis mechanically from one entity to another. The Feed infected with bone or other meal from infected animals can act as a source of contamination for livestock, as can harm that is highly polluted with infected soil. Anthrax can also be an occupational disorder impacting veterinarians and farmers who are likely to come into contact with or interact with contaminated animals.

Hence, the correct answer is option ‘A’.

Note: Anthrax is the outcome of contact with contaminated animals or animal goods worldwide. It contains those of animal origin, such as cloth drums, brushes or yarns.