Answer:
b. anthrax
Explanation:
Staphylococcus aureus is a bacterial species that exists in nature as a pathogen (disease-causing). Since Staphylococcus aureus is a pathogen, it can be attributed to cause certain diseases. Based on the options provided, the diseases caused by this bacterium include:
- Scalded skin: This is also called Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS). It is caused by a toxin produced by Staphylococcus aureus.
- Meningitis: Staphylococcal meningitis, as the name implies, is caused by Staphylococcus aureus.
- Syndrome impetigo; This is a common skin infection in children, which is caused by Streptococcus spp and Staphylococcus aureus bacteria.
From the options provided, Anthrax is caused by another different bacterium called Bacillus anthracis.
