16 Questions
What is the name of the bacterium that causes the disease?
Bacillus anthroc
How long can the bacterium survive in the ground?
Up to 30 years
What is one way the disease is transmitted?
Through inhalation of the spores
Who discovered the anthrax virus?
Robert Koch
What was Robert Koch's nationality?
German
What is the name of the disease caused by the bacterium?
Anthrax
What type of animals can be infected with the disease?
Both wild and domestic animals
What is the name of the disease caused by the anthrax virus?
Saddle Spysverteringsd
In which year did Robert Koch discover the anthrax virus?
1875
What is the result of inhaling the spores of the bacterium?
Death occurs within a few weeks
Who is mentioned as a contemporary of Robert Koch?
Louis Pasteur
What percentage of people are affected by TB?
0.5%
What is a common symptom of TB?
Weight loss
What can happen if TB is left untreated?
The patient may die
What is a characteristic of TB bacteria?
It can lie dormant for years
What is a common way to diagnose TB?
Through a sputum test
This quiz covers knowledge about tuberculosis, including its symptoms, transmission, and treatment options.
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