10 Questions
What are the characteristics of staphylococci?
Gram-positive cocci, nonflagellate, nonmotile, non–spore-forming, catalase positive
How do you test for catalase in staphylococci?
Add H2O2 to a petri dish with staphylococci and observe for bubbling
What distinguishes Staphylococcus aureus from other species of staphylococci?
Coagulase positivity
What is the most virulent species of staphylococci?
Staphylococcus aureus
What is the common classification for species other than Staphylococcus aureus?
Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS)
What is the distinguishing characteristic of Staphylococcus aureus?
Coagulase positive
What enzyme do all types of staphylococcus bacteria contain, which results in a bubbling effect when H2O2 is added?
Catalase
What type of growth conditions do staphylococci prefer?
Aerobic
What is the common classification for species other than Staphylococcus aureus?
Coagulase-negative staphylococci (CoNS)
What is the typical result of adding H2O2 to a solution containing catalase-positive staphylococci?
Bubbling
Test your knowledge of the characteristics of the Staphylococci group with this quiz. Explore their Gram-positive nature, arrangement in clusters, and other distinct traits.
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