The most important virulence factor of Vibrio cholerae is

A. the presence of two axial flagella.
B. the fact that it is oxidase positive.
C. its ability to survive in fresh water.
D. its ability to produce a potent exotoxin.
E. its ability to live in estuarine and marine environments all over the world.


Answer: D

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