Multiple choice

Which of the following differs from the others in the method of penetrating the body to establish an infection?

  1. Shigella dysentery

  2. Influenza virus

  3. Clostridium perfringens

  4. Salmonella typhi

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Clostridium perfringens present in the soil or fecal matter enters directly in the body through breaches. They may enter through wounds. Thus, they are passive penetrators.