Question

Which of the following is true regarding anthrax?

a.

Anthrax is caused by a virus

b.

Anthrax is highly contagious

c.

Inhalation anthrax and cutaneous anthrax are caused by separate strains of Bacillus anthracis

d.

Inhalation Anthrax requires infection with a large number of spores

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Answer: (d).Inhalation Anthrax requires infection with a large number of spores

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