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What is the name of the bacterium that causes the disease?
What is the name of the bacterium that causes the disease?
- Bacillus anthroc (correct)
- MIV verk
- TB bokste
- Respira Ignica
How long can the bacterium survive in the ground?
How long can the bacterium survive in the ground?
- Up to 10 years
- Up to 1 year
- Up to 5 years
- Up to 30 years (correct)
What is one way the disease is transmitted?
What is one way the disease is transmitted?
- Through inhalation of the spores (correct)
- Through a mosquito bite
- Through direct contact with an infected person
- Through contaminated food and water
Who discovered the anthrax virus?
Who discovered the anthrax virus?
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What was Robert Koch's nationality?
What was Robert Koch's nationality?
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What is the name of the disease caused by the bacterium?
What is the name of the disease caused by the bacterium?
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What type of animals can be infected with the disease?
What type of animals can be infected with the disease?
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What is the name of the disease caused by the anthrax virus?
What is the name of the disease caused by the anthrax virus?
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In which year did Robert Koch discover the anthrax virus?
In which year did Robert Koch discover the anthrax virus?
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What is the result of inhaling the spores of the bacterium?
What is the result of inhaling the spores of the bacterium?
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Who is mentioned as a contemporary of Robert Koch?
Who is mentioned as a contemporary of Robert Koch?
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What percentage of people are affected by TB?
What percentage of people are affected by TB?
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What is a common symptom of TB?
What is a common symptom of TB?
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What can happen if TB is left untreated?
What can happen if TB is left untreated?
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What is a characteristic of TB bacteria?
What is a characteristic of TB bacteria?
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What is a common way to diagnose TB?
What is a common way to diagnose TB?
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