When coccus divides in three planes, it will produce a:
Correct answer: A. Sarcina
- A. Sarcina
- B. Tetrad
- C. Streptococcus
- D. Staphylococcus
Explanation
When cocci divides in three plane it forms cube of 8 cocci or sarcina. Sarcina is a genus of bacteria characterized by their distinctive cuboidal, packet-like, or tetrad arrangement of cells. These bacteria are Gram-positive and usually occur in groups of four, eight, or more cells that remain attached and divide in multiple planes, forming a compact and regular arrangement. The name "Sarcina" is derived from the Latin word for "package" or "bundle."
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