The disease anthrax is caused by the pathogenic bacterium ________, which produces heat-resistant structures known as ________.
A) Azotobacter chroococcum / endospores
B) Azotobacter chroococcum / plasmids
C) Bacillus anthracis / endospores
D) Bacillus anthracis / plasmids

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The disease anthrax is caused by the pathogenic bacterium Bacillus anthracis, which produces heat-resistant structures known as endospores. Option A is incorrect as Azotobacter chroococcum is not known to cause anthrax. Option B and D are incorrect as plasmids are not involved in anthrax infection.

The Disease Anthrax Is Caused by the Pathogenic Bacterium ________