Multiple Choice
Characteristics of dermatophytes include (Select all that apply)
A) protozoans that cause superficial infections of the skin
B) produce proteases that digest keratin in outer skin layers
C) absorb small peptides and amino acids from keratin as nutrients
D) are classified as fungal species
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