Enterobacteriaceae Family Quiz
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What is the primary reason Enterobacteriaceae are often referred to as Enterics?

  • Because of their ability to form spores
  • Their resistance to the secondary stain safranin
  • Due to their predominant presence in the gastrointestinal tract of humans and animals (correct)
  • Their capability to ferment lactose and sucrose

    • What is a common characteristic of Enterobacteriaceae in terms of their aerobic requirements?

  • Aerotolerant anaerobe
  • Facultative anaerobe (correct)
  • Obligate anaerobe
  • Microaerophile

    • Why are Enterobacteriaceae considered non-spore formers?

  • They are only able to form spores in the presence of air
  • They form spores in a limited range of environmental conditions
  • They lack the capability to form spores (correct)
  • Their spores are not visible under a microscope

    • What distinguishes Enterobacteriaceae in terms of their ability to ferment glucose?

    <p>All members are able to ferment glucose within 6-12 hours of incubation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates the fermentative capabilities of Enterobacteriaceae?

    <p>Not all of them have the capability to ferment lactose or sucrose</p> Signup and view all the answers

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