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Which one of the following pairs is mismatched?
Options:
A .  Minamata disease - Mercury poisoning
B .  Fluorosis - Fluoride poisoning
C .  Gangrene - Arsenic poisoning
D .  Goitre - Lead poisoning
Answer: Option D
:
D
Minamata disease is a case of mercury poisioning that happened in Japan. Fluoridepoisoning of groundwater and drinking water causes skeletal and dental fluorosis. Arsenic poisoning as a result of groundwater contamination causes skin disease, gangrene and cancer. Goitre is a case of iodine deficiency. Lead poisoning usually occurs over a period of months or years. It can cause severe mental and physical impairment. Young children are most vulnerable.

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