Microbio bacteria

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<p>monococcus</p>

monococcus

is a single, round or spherical bacterial cell

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<p>diplococcus</p>

diplococcus

a pair of spherical bacterial cells that are connected together, commonly associated with certain infections.

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<p>tetracoccus</p>

tetracoccus

a cluster of four spherical bacterial cells that are arranged together.

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<p>Sarcina</p>

Sarcina

a spherical bacterial cell that forms cube-like arrangements consisting of eight or more cells.

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<p>streptococcus</p>

streptococcus

a type of bacteria that forms chains of spherical cells, often associated with various infectious diseases.

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<p>staphylococcus</p>

staphylococcus

bacteria that forms irregular clusters of spherical cells, commonly found on the skin and in the respiratory tract.

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<p>coccibacillus</p>

coccibacillus

bacteria with a shapes somewhere between spherical and rod-like, typically involved in respiratory infections.

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<p>bacilli</p>

bacilli

a group of bacteria characterized by their rod shape, often associated with various infections.

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<p>diplobacilli</p>

diplobacilli

bacteria that occur in pairs and have a rod-like shape, commonly found in various environments and can be pathogenic.

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<p>palisades</p>

palisades

a arrangement of bacilli that resemble picket fences, often indicating specific bacterial types or characteristics.

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<p>streptobacilli</p>

streptobacilli

bacteria that occur in chains and exhibit a rod-like shape, often associated with certain diseases.

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<p>vibrio</p>

vibrio

a genus of bacteria that are curved or comma-shaped, often found in aquatic environments and can cause gastrointestinal infections.

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<p>sprillump</p>

sprillump

a type of bacteria that are spiral-shaped and motile, often seen in aquatic habitats.

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<p>spirochetes</p>

spirochetes

a group of flexible, spiral-shaped bacteria that are known for their unique movement and include pathogens such as those causing Lyme disease and syphilis.

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<p>filamentous</p>

filamentous

bacteria that are thread-like in structure and often found in soil or aquatic environments, contributing to decomposition and nutrient cycling.

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<p>Fusiform</p>

Fusiform

a type of bacteria that are spindle-shaped and often found in human pathogens.