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Which species of Staphylococcus is commonly found in the human nasal cavity?
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?
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?
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?
What differentiates Staphylococci from Streptococci?
Which species of Staphylococcus is commonly found in the human skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract?
Which species of Staphylococcus is commonly found in the human skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal tract?