Final answer:
The false statement about tuberculosis is that it is 'easily' transmitted from person to person. While the disease can be spread through the air via coughs or sneezes, it typically requires prolonged exposure to an infected individual, making casual transmission unlikely. The correct option is 3.
Step-by-step explanation:
The statement regarding tuberculosis (TB) that is false is: 3) Tuberculosis is easily transmitted from person to person. While TB is indeed caused by a bacteria named Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and primarily affects the lungs, and can be cured with antibiotics, its transmissibility is not considered 'easy' compared to many other infectious diseases.
It generally requires prolonged, close contact with a person who has the active form of the disease for transmission to occur. TB bacteria are spread through the air when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or speaks, but brief exposures do not typically lead to infection. Additionally, TB is not transmitted through touch, sharing food, or kissing.
Public health measures, including the use of face masks and proper air ventilation, are important to prevent the spread of tuberculosis, especially in settings where people are more likely to be in close contact for extended periods. While TB can be contagious, the notion of TB being 'easily' transmitted can misrepresent the actual risk of transmission in casual contact situations.