Which of the following statements about Bacillus anthracis is FALSE?
A. It is primarily a disease of humans.
B. It produces endospores.
C. It has a capsule.
D. It normally dwells in the soil and can survive in the environment for centuries or longer.
E. It can be lethal even after treatment because antimicrobial drugs do not inactivate accumulated anthrax toxin.
Answer: A
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