Question

In 2001, Bacillus anthracis endospores were sent in letters to various locations in the United States. The recipients of the letters inhaled the spores and were infected with this pathogen; five people died as a result. Which of the following statements are true about bacterial endospores? Select all that apply.

A-Endospores can survive extreme heat, lack of water, radiation, and exposure to many toxic chemicals.
B-Both Gram-positive and Gram-negative organisms form true endospores.
C-Endospores are highly durable dehydrated cells with thick cell walls.
D-Endospores have a limited lifespan.
E-Endospores are reproductive structures.

Answer 1

It's going to be:

A-Endospores can survive extreme heat, lack of water, radiation, and exposure to many toxic chemicals.

C-Endospores are highly durable dehydrated cells with thick cell walls.

ANSWER IS A and C