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Salmonella enterica has a single species called Salmonella typhimurium.
True
Salmonella typhimurium has a large number of LPS O antigens, K antigens (if present), and flagellar H antigens that undergo phase variation.
True
The nomenclature for various members of Salmonella genus remains rich and diverse.
False
What is the proper name for the organism previously known as Salmonella typhimurium?
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium
What undergoes phase variation in the antigenic formula of Salmonella typhimurium?
H antigens
How many H antigenic states are possible for each strain of Salmonella typhimurium due to phase variation?
16
What has the nomenclature for various members of the Salmonella genus been streamlined to?
Salmonella enterica
Which antigens of Salmonella enterica undergo phase variation, doubling the possible H antigenic states for each strain?
All of the above
What is the proper name for the organism previously known as Salmonella typhimurium?
Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium
Test your knowledge of the nomenclature and characteristics of Salmonella enterica serovar Typhimurium with this quiz. Learn about the streamlined naming process, antigenic formula, and other important details.
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