Staphylococci Quiz

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Which species of Staphylococcus is commonly found in the human nasal cavity?

  • Staphylococcus aureus (correct)
  • Staphylococcus epidermidis
  • Staphylococcus haemolyticus
  • Staphylococcus saprophyticus

What is the optimum temperature for the growth of Staphylococci?

  • 55°C
  • 25°C
  • 37°C (correct)
  • 45°C

Which agar medium is used to differentiate Staphylococcus aureus from other staphylococci?

  • Blood agar
  • Chocolate agar
  • MacConkey agar
  • Mannitol salt agar (correct)

What differentiates Staphylococci from Streptococci?

<p>Production of catalase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which species of Staphylococcus is commonly found in the human skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract?

<p>Staphylococcus epidermidis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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