Which pathogen is a recognized cause of foodborne listeriosis in humans?
Correct answer: C. Listeria monocytogenes
- A. Coxiella burnetii
- B. Brucella abortus
- C. Listeria monocytogenes
- D. Bacillus anthracis
Explanation
Listeria monocytogenes causes listeriosis and can survive and multiply at refrigeration temperatures. Brucella abortus, Coxiella burnetii, and Bacillus anthracis cause other zoonotic diseases but are not the usual cause of foodborne listeriosis.
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