In cocci, three plane division 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. Irregular structure
- D. Triangular 6 cocci
Explanation
Sarcina is a genus of gram-positive cocci bacteria in the family Clostridiaceae. The genus takes its name from the Latin word "sarcina," meaning pack or bundle, after the cuboidal (2x2x2) cellular associations they form during division along three planes. Therefore option A is correct.
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