10 Questions
Which phyla do the genera Staphylococcus and Micrococcus belong to?
Firmicutes and Actinobacteria
How many recognized species, including subspecies, are there in the genus Staphylococcus?
49
Which families have the Staphylococcus spp. been combined with into the order Bacillales?
Bacillaceae, Planococcaceae, and Listeriaceae
Which genera have some of the Micrococcus species been reclassified into?
Kocuria, Nesterenkonia, Kytococcus, and Dermacoccus
Which family does the organism Alloiococcus otitidis belong to based on its biochemical reactions?
Carnob
What is the average size of bacteria measured in μm?
0.4-2 μm
Which genus is known as the smallest living organism?
Mycoplasma
Which type of organisms release exotoxins except for Listeria?
Major gram positive organisms
Which type of toxins are usually produced by gram negative organisms?
Endotoxins
Which type of toxin has a stability to heating described as stable?
Endotoxins
Test your knowledge of gram-positive cocci with this quiz! Learn about the diversity within this group and the differences between genera such as Staphylococcus and Micrococcus. Explore their phylogenetic relationships and key characteristics through this engaging quiz.
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