Q. Rod-shaped cells are called

A
cocci
B
bacilli
C
agar
D
linnaeus
Solution:
  • Round (spherical) bacteria are referred to as cocci (singular: coccus).

  • Elongated or rod-shaped cells are known as bacilli (singular: bacillus).

  • Ovoid cells are something in between cocci and bacilli.

  • The spirochetes of syphilis are typical spiral bacteria.

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