A disease in which the agent is acquired directly from the environment and is not transmittable is a
A) local disease
B) secondary disease
C) noncommunicable disease
D) acute disease

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A noncommunicable disease is one that is not contagious and cannot be transmitted from person to person. This type of disease is acquired directly from the environment, such as through exposure to toxins or pollutants, or through genetic or lifestyle factors. Examples of noncommunicable diseases include heart disease, cancer, and diabetes.

A Disease in Which the Agent Is Acquired Directly from the Environment