10 Questions
What is the shape of bacteria classified as cocci?
Spherical-shaped
Which type of bacteria is spiral-shaped?
Spirilla
What is the shape of bacteria classified as bacilli?
Rod-shaped
What is the plural form of bacillus?
Bacilli
What is the term for spherical-shaped bacteria?
Coccus
What characteristic is unique to spirillum bacteria among the three basic shapes?
Having a spiral shape
Which of the following bacteria shapes is most conducive to movement?
Spirillum
What is the primary way in which cocci, bacilli, and spirillum differ?
Shape
Which of the following statements is true about the classification of bacteria based on shape?
Shape is the sole criterion for classifying bacteria
What is the advantage of having a spherical shape for bacteria classified as cocci?
Greater resistance to environmental stress
Learn about the three fundamental shapes of bacteria, including spherical, rod-shaped, and spiral-shaped forms. Test your knowledge of microbiology and identify the correct terms for each shape.
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