Question

question 2
diseases that spread quickly from person to person are known as __________ diseases
communicable
hereditary
chronic
autoimmune

Explanation:

• Communicable diseases: These are caused by pathogens (like bacteria, viruses) and can spread from one person to another through various means (e.g., respiratory droplets, direct contact).
• Hereditary diseases: Caused by genetic mutations and are passed from parents to offspring through genes, not spread person - to - person in the way described.
• Chronic diseases: Usually long - lasting (e.g., heart disease, diabetes), and their development is often related to lifestyle, genetics, etc., not primarily about quick person - to - person spread.
• Autoimmune diseases: Occur when the body's immune system attacks its own cells. They are not about spreading from one person to another.

Answer:

A. communicable