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What characteristic gives Clostridium tetani a distinctive 'lollipop' appearance?
What characteristic gives Clostridium tetani a distinctive 'lollipop' appearance?
- Obligate anaerobic nature
- Small size
- Terminal endospore (correct)
- Motility
How does Listeria monocytogenes enter the body?
How does Listeria monocytogenes enter the body?
- Through skin contact
- In contaminated food and drink (correct)
- Through mucous membranes
- Via respiratory droplets
How does Corynebacterium diphtheria primarily spread?
How does Corynebacterium diphtheria primarily spread?
- Through direct contact with infected animals
- Through contaminated water
- Via respiratory droplets (correct)
- Through insect bites
Which bacterium has cell walls containing an abundance of waxy lipid called MYCOLIC ACID?
Which bacterium has cell walls containing an abundance of waxy lipid called MYCOLIC ACID?
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What distinguishes Propionibacterium acnes in terms of its habitat?
What distinguishes Propionibacterium acnes in terms of its habitat?
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Which bacteria are known for dividing by snapping division?
Which bacteria are known for dividing by snapping division?
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What is the disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria characterized by?
What is the disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria characterized by?
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Which bacterium is commonly found in soils rich in organic matter and can cause pneumonia?
Which bacterium is commonly found in soils rich in organic matter and can cause pneumonia?
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