Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

Published by Wiley
ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-11874-316-4

Chapter 21 - Diseases of the Respiratory System - Self Quiz - Page 688: 15

Answer

(d) Legionella pneumophila

Work Step by Step

The primary reservoir of infection for Legionella pneumophila is contaminated water that becomes aerosolized and can enter into the respiratory system. Legionella pneumophila causes Legionnaires’ disease that is mainly characterized by inflammation of lungs.
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