Q. Rod-shaped cells are called
Solution:
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Round (spherical) bacteria are referred to as cocci (singular: coccus).
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Elongated or rod-shaped cells are known as bacilli (singular: bacillus).
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Ovoid cells are something in between cocci and bacilli.
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The spirochetes of syphilis are typical spiral bacteria.
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