Bacterial Cell Structure Overview Quiz

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What is the typical size range of most bacteria in terms of diameter?

  • 2 - 8 um
  • 1 - 10 um
  • 0.5 - 5 um
  • 0.2 - 2 um (correct)

What is the term used for spherical bacteria?

  • Streptococci
  • Cocci (correct)
  • Bacilli
  • Sarcinae

Which term describes rod-shaped bacteria?

  • Streptococcus
  • Tetrads
  • Diplococci
  • Bacilli (correct)

What is the term for cocci dividing in chain formation?

<p>Streptococci (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used for cocci dividing in cube-like formations of eight?

<p>Sarcinae (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is oval in shape and appears similar to cocci?

<p>Coccobacilli (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the division pattern of bacilli when they reproduce?

<p>Across their short axis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what arrangement do most bacilli appear after division?

<p>Pairs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used for cocci dividing in grape-like clusters?

<p>Staphylococci (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the unique feature of bacilli division compared to cocci division?

<p>Only across short axis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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