Tetanus develops from a puncture wound because

A) endospores germinate in anoxic conditions.
B) the organism gains access to the circulatory system and then invades the nervous system.
C) the organism digests deep connective tissues.
D) the organism needs access to the circulatory system and deep connective tissues.


Answer: A

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