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What is the distinguishing feature of Staphylococci when observed under the microscope?
What is the distinguishing feature of Staphylococci when observed under the microscope?
- Appear as single cells
- Appear in clusters (bundle of grapes) (correct)
- Appear in long chains
- Appear in pairs
Which of the following media is selective and differential for staphylococci?
Which of the following media is selective and differential for staphylococci?
- Mannitol Salt (Chapman) agar (MSA) (correct)
- Blood agar
- Chocolate agar
- MacConkey agar
What is the catalase reaction for Staphylococcus?
What is the catalase reaction for Staphylococcus?
- Catalase negative
- Catalase variable
- Catalase neutral
- Catalase positive (correct)
Which of the following is a virulence factor of staphylococci?
Which of the following is a virulence factor of staphylococci?
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How do staphylococci appear in smears prepared from clinical specimens?
How do staphylococci appear in smears prepared from clinical specimens?
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