The spirochete of relapsing fever changes cell surface antigens many times in order to avoid destruction by the immune response.

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This is true. The spirochete of relapsing fever is known for undergoing antigenic variation, which means it changes its surface antigens many times during infection. This prevents the immune system from mounting an effective response and allows the bacterium to continue to evade and persist within the host.

The Spirochete of Relapsing Fever Changes Cell Surface Antigens Many