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What are pleomorphic bacteria?


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Pleomorphic bacteria:

  1. Bacteria can be present in different forms and shapes.
  2. It can alter its morphological status, biological functions, or reproductive modes hence is called pleomorphic bacteria.
  3. It can be due to pressure exerted by environmental factors.

Example:

  1. Mycoplasma is pleomorphic due to the absence of a cell wall.
  2. Coccobacillus
  3. Gallionella

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