Mycobacterium tuberculosis:

A. produces several virulence factor enzymes and an exotoxin.
B. has a cord factor that can prevent destruction by lysosomes and macrophages.
C. is a spore former.
D. has a capsule.
E. lives in the soil.


Answer: B. has a cord factor that can prevent destruction by lysosomes and macrophages.

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