Anthrax, which means "charcoal" in Greek, derives its name from

Anthrax, which means "charcoal" in Greek, derives its name from



A. its ability to invade the bloodstream and produce toxemia.
B. the staining properties of the bacillus under the microscope.
C. the high mortality it causes in infected individuals.
D. the black eschars it produces on human skin.
E. the airborne endospores it produces.


Answer: D. the black eschars it produces on human skin.


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