Questions: 16 Multiple Choice 5 points Which genus of Gammaproteobacteria is associated with infections in patients with cystic fibrosis? Methylocystis Leptothrix Burkholderia Agrobacterium

The answer is Burkholderia.

Explanation for each option:

• Methylocystis: This genus is known for its role in methane oxidation and is not typically associated with infections in cystic fibrosis patients.
• Leptothrix: This genus is known for its role in iron and manganese oxidation and is not typically associated with infections in cystic fibrosis patients.
• Burkholderia: This genus includes species such as Burkholderia cepacia complex, which are known to cause serious respiratory infections in patients with cystic fibrosis.
• Agrobacterium: This genus is known for its role in plant pathology, particularly in causing crown gall disease, and is not associated with infections in cystic fibrosis patients.

Summary: The genus of Gammaproteobacteria associated with infections in patients with cystic fibrosis is Burkholderia.