NEETBiologyLocomotion and MovementMCQ+4 / −1
Which of the following muscular disorders is inherited?
- AMyasthenia gravis
- BBotulism
- CTetany
- DMuscular dystrophy
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Correct answer: D
Myasthenia gravis is a chronic auto immune disorder. It affects neuromuscular junction leading to fatigue, weakening and paralysis of skeletal muscles.
Botulism is rare and dangerous type of food poisoning caused by bacterium Clostridium botulinum.
Tetany is a rapid spasm in muscle due to low Ca2+ in body fluid.
Muscular dystrophy is a genetic disorder. It is characterized by progressive degeneration of skeletal muscles, which are the muscles that control movement.
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