Staphylococci typically occur in_________________?
Correct answer: D. Irregular clusters
- A. Pairs
- B. Chains
- C. Tetrads
- D. Irregular clusters
Explanation
Staphylococci divide in several planes and therefore characteristically form irregular, grape-like clusters. Pairs and chains are more typical of diplococci and streptococci, respectively.
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