5. Viruses such as avian (bird) flu and swine flu that mutate

spread from animals to human populations are known as what?

O A. Zoonoses

O B. Vectors

O C. Epidemics

OD. Transmuting viruses

Zoonoses.

Explanation:

Zoonoses may be defined as any infection or diseases that can be transferred between animals and humans. Bacteria, virus, fungal and protozoan disease can be easily transferred from humans to animals or vice-versa.

Avian bird flu and swine flu that are mutated can be easily spread from animals to the human population. Direct or indirect contact can transfer these diseases in the humans. Hence, these are consider as zoonoses.

Thus, the correct answer is option (A).

The answer is A zoonosis is a disease in which it can be transmitted to humans from animals