Which of the following is an occupational respiratory disorder?
- Botulism
- Silicosis
- Anthrax
- Emphysema
Solution
Silicosis is an occupational respiratory disorder that is caused due to excessive inhalation of silica dust. It usually affects the workers of grinding or stone-breaking industries. Long-term exposure can cause lung fibrosis (or stiffening), leading to breathing difficulties.
Asked in: NEET 2018
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