The major damage caused by Neisseria meningitidis is a resul…

The major damage caused by Neisseria meningitidis is a result of A) its invasion into the central nervous system. B) its presence in the respiratory tract of 40% of healthy individuals. C) its ability to be transmitted by droplets among people who live in close contact. D) the release of lipid A into the tissues, triggering severe inflammation.