Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
Microbiology: An Introduction (13th Edition)
13th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605180
Author: Gerard J. Tortora, Berdell R. Funke, Christine L. Case, Derek Weber, Warner Bair
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 22, Problem 3R
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Why the given description is used for wounds that are susceptible to C. tetani infection.

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Tetanus is an infectious disease caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani, a gram positive anaerobic bacterium. In general, C. tetani can be isolated from both animal and human feces, soil, and contaminated manure used for agricultural purpose.

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