18 Questions
What is the characteristic arrangement of flagella in Plesiomonas?
Polar flagella
What is the mode of reproduction in Spirochetes?
Transverse fission
What is the characteristic feature of Treponema pallidum's cell ends?
They are pointed and covered with a sheath
Which of the following environments is NOT typically associated with Plesiomonas?
Arctic tundra
What is the characteristic morphology of Spirochetes under microscopy?
Slender, helical, unicellular bacteria
What is the characteristic feature of Caviae's colony morphology?
Bull's eye pattern
Which of the following species of Vibrio is commonly referred to as 'lactose (+) Vibrio'?
Vibrio vulnificus
What is the characteristic of Vibrio vulnificus in TCBS agar?
Green colonies
What is the primary mode of transmission of Vibrio vulnificus?
Ingestion of contaminated crustaceans and fish
What is the characteristic of Vibrio alginolyticus?
Gastroenteritis and ear infections
What is the characteristic of Aeromonas?
Glucose-fermenting
What is the characteristic of Treponema?
Spiral-shaped bacteria
What is the primary characteristic of Vibrio species in terms of their morphology?
Curved or straight rod
Which of the following genera is not part of the Vibrionaceae family?
Treponema
What is the primary habitat of Vibrionaceae family members?
Water
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Vibrio species?
Spore forming
What is the primary medium used for enrichment of Vibrio species?
Alkaline Peptone Water (APW)
What is the primary infection caused by Vibrio cholerae 01?
Gastroenteritis
This quiz covers the characteristics of different types of bacteria, including CIN, Plesiomonas, and Spirochaetales. It includes information about their morphology, biochemical tests, and habitats. Test your knowledge of these microorganisms!
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