Which of the Following Statements About Bacillus Anthracis Is FALSE

question 65

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Bacillus anthracis is FALSE?

• A) It normally dwells in the soil and can survive in the environment for centuries or longer.
• B) It can be lethal even after treatment because antimicrobial drugs do not inactivate accumulated anthrax toxin.
• C) It produces endospores.
• D) It has a capsule.
• E) It is primarily a disease of humans.

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