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What is the mode of transmission for Tetanus?
What is the mode of transmission for Tetanus?
- Consumption of contaminated food or water
- Airborne transmission through respiratory droplets
- Contamination of deep wound with spore-containing dust or soil (correct)
- Transmission through direct contact with infected individuals
Which Clostridium species causes Gas Gangrene?
Which Clostridium species causes Gas Gangrene?
- Clostridium difficile
- Clostridium tetani
- Clostridium botulinum
- Clostridium perfringens (correct)
What is the characteristic morphology of Clostridium tetani?
What is the characteristic morphology of Clostridium tetani?
- Gram-negative spherical bacteria with flagella
- Gram-positive bacilli swollen at one end with terminal spores (correct)
- Gram-positive rods forming long chains
- Gram-variable cocci in clusters
Which Clostridium species causes botulism?
Which Clostridium species causes botulism?
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What is the typical habitat for most members of the Clostridium genus?
What is the typical habitat for most members of the Clostridium genus?
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Clostridium Transmission and Morphology
- Tetanus is transmitted through wounds contaminated with spores of Clostridium tetani.
- Clostridium perfringens causes Gas Gangrene.
Clostridium Characteristics
- Clostridium tetani has a characteristic drumstick morphology, with a terminal spore.
Clostridium-Related Diseases
- Clostridium botulinum causes botulism.
Clostridium Habitat
- Most members of the Clostridium genus are typically found in soil and the gastrointestinal tract of animals.
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