Pathogenic Gram Positive Cocci & Bacilli: Staphylococcus Structure & Physiology

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What characteristic gives Clostridium tetani a distinctive 'lollipop' appearance?

Terminal endospore

How does Listeria monocytogenes enter the body?

In contaminated food and drink

How does Corynebacterium diphtheria primarily spread?

Via respiratory droplets

Which bacterium has cell walls containing an abundance of waxy lipid called MYCOLIC ACID?

<p>Mycobacterium</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Propionibacterium acnes in terms of its habitat?

<p>It resides in the sebaceous glands of the skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacteria are known for dividing by snapping division?

<p>Corynebacterium species</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disease caused by Corynebacterium diphtheria characterized by?

<p>'String of pearls' pseudomembrane in the respiratory tract</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bacterium is commonly found in soils rich in organic matter and can cause pneumonia?

<p>Nocardia asteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

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