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Which bacterial order includes the families Spirochaetaceae, Brachyspiraceae, and Leptospiraceae?
Which bacterial order includes the families Spirochaetaceae, Brachyspiraceae, and Leptospiraceae?
- Bacillales
- Clostridiales
- Actinomycetales
- Spirochaetales (correct)
Where have leptospires been isolated from almost all mammalian species?
Where have leptospires been isolated from almost all mammalian species?
- Africa and Australia
- Every continent except Antarctica (correct)
- Europe and Asia
- North America only
Which bacterial genus is of significance in both animals and humans?
Which bacterial genus is of significance in both animals and humans?
- Streptococcus
- Escherichia
- Clostridium
- Leptospira (correct)
What is recognized as the most widespread zoonosis worldwide?
What is recognized as the most widespread zoonosis worldwide?
Who identified Leptospira as the causative agent of Weil’s disease about 100 years ago?
Who identified Leptospira as the causative agent of Weil’s disease about 100 years ago?
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What bacterial order includes Spirochaetaceae, Brachyspiraceae, and Leptospiraceae?
What bacterial order includes Spirochaetaceae, Brachyspiraceae, and Leptospiraceae?
A bacterial order containing families like Spirochaetaceae, Brachyspiraceae, and Leptospiraceae.
Where have leptospires been isolated?
Where have leptospires been isolated?
Leptospires have been found in mammals on every continent except Antarctica.
Which bacterial genus is vital for both animals and humans?
Which bacterial genus is vital for both animals and humans?
The genus Leptospira is significant for both animal and human health.
What is considered the most prevalent zoonotic disease worldwide?
What is considered the most prevalent zoonotic disease worldwide?
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Who discovered Leptospira as the cause of Weil's disease?
Who discovered Leptospira as the cause of Weil's disease?
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