In cocci division in three planes results in the formation of sarcina which is a:
Correct answer: A. Cube of 8 cocci
- A. Cube of 8 cocci
- B. Square of 4 cocci
- C. Grape like cluster
- D. Triangular 6 cocci
Explanation
In cocci division, cocci bacteria divide in multiple planes to form distinct arrangements or clusters. When cocci divide in three perpendicular planes, resulting in the formation of packets or cuboidal arrangements, it is referred to as "sarcina."Sarcina is a specific arrangement of cocci bacteria where the cells divide in three perpendicular planes, resulting in the formation of a cube-like packet. The cells within the sarcina remain attached to each other due to incomplete separation after division.The term "sarcina" is derived from the Latin word meaning "packet" or "bundle." The arrangement is often observed in certain bacterial species, such as the genus Sarcina, where the cells are arranged in groups of eight (octets), forming a distinctive cubic structure.The sarcina arrangement can be observed in clinical specimens or environmental samples and can be helpful in identifying specific bacterial species or strains.
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