12 Questions
What is the most pathogenic strain mentioned in the text?
Bacillus anthracis
At what temperature range are spores of Bacillus anthracis formed?
15-40°C
What is the morphology of Bacillus anthracis in tissues?
Short chains with rounded ends
Which characteristic describes the colonies of Bacillus anthracis on agar under low power magnification?
Resemble locks of wavy hair (Medusa-head)
Where are the major anthrax enzootic zones located according to the text?
Tropics and subtropics like India, Pakistan, Africa, South America
What is the capsule of Bacillus anthracis made up of?
Polymers of D-glutamic acid and some polysaccharide
How does infection usually occur in anthrax?
Inhalation of spores
What is the main source of infection for anthrax?
Bone meal and vegetable protein
What can be a symptom of anthrax before death?
Hemorrhaging
What is the role of Protective Antigen in anthrax infection?
Necessary for biological activity of other factors
How is localized anthrax commonly transmitted?
Through wounds on the skin
How is anthrax diagnosed?
By blood samples from ear veins
Learn about the morphology and pathogenicity of Bacillus anthracis, the causative agent of anthrax. Explore its characteristics such as large Gram-positive rods, chain formations, and capsule enclosures. Discover how different animals react to this pathogen.
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