5 Questions
Which of the following best describes Veillonella species?
Small, anaerobic, gram-negative cocci found in the mouth, nasopharynx, and intestine
Which genus of bacteria is named after the Swiss ophthalmologist Victor Morax?
Moraxella
What is the morphology of Moraxella organisms?
Bacilli
Which genus comprises significant fractions of the oral flora found within supra- and subgingival dental plaque as well as on the oral mucosa?
Veillonella
Which of the following bacteria are oxidase-positive and catalase-positive?
Moraxella
Test your knowledge about Veillonella species, a group of small, anaerobic, gram-negative cocci that are part of the normal flora of the mouth, the nasopharynx, and probably the intestine. Learn about their presence in infections and their role in human oral cavities.
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