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What is the main pathogenic species mentioned in the text?
What is the main pathogenic species mentioned in the text?
- Streptococcus pyogenes
- Bacillus subtilis
- Bacillus cereus
- Bacillus anthracis (correct)
How do Bacillus anthracis cells appear in tissue samples?
How do Bacillus anthracis cells appear in tissue samples?
- Short chains with rounded ends (correct)
- Long chains with square ends
- Single round cells
- Clusters of oval-shaped cells
At what temperature do the spores of Bacillus anthracis form?
At what temperature do the spores of Bacillus anthracis form?
- 60-70°C
- Above 50°C
- Below 0°C
- 15-40°C (correct)
What gives the colonies of Bacillus anthracis a 'Medusa-head' appearance under low power magnification?
What gives the colonies of Bacillus anthracis a 'Medusa-head' appearance under low power magnification?
Where are major anthrax enzootic zones located according to the text?
Where are major anthrax enzootic zones located according to the text?
How do the vegetative cells of Bacillus anthracis respond to high temperatures?
How do the vegetative cells of Bacillus anthracis respond to high temperatures?
What is the primary source of infection for anthrax?
What is the primary source of infection for anthrax?
What is the role of Protective antigen (PA) in anthrax infection?
What is the role of Protective antigen (PA) in anthrax infection?
How does anthrax toxin complex affect phagocytes?
How does anthrax toxin complex affect phagocytes?
Which symptom is associated with the peracute form of anthrax?
Which symptom is associated with the peracute form of anthrax?
What is the method used to diagnose anthrax by detecting the capsular antigen?
What is the method used to diagnose anthrax by detecting the capsular antigen?
Why is blood sampling from the ears veins recommended for diagnosing anthrax?
Why is blood sampling from the ears veins recommended for diagnosing anthrax?
