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Question
It is said, that diseases are spreading faster due to globalisation and increased movement of people. Justify the statement taking the example of H5N1 virus.
Solution
Diseases are spreading faster due to globalisation and increased movement of people because it is responsible for rapid spreading of infectious diseases.
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