Question

Bacteria have been grouped into four different types based on their shapes. Identify the different types and select the correct statement regarding this.

• A. Vibrio cholerae is an example of type $S$, which causes Cholera
• B. Lactobacillus is an example of type $P$ which helps in curding of milk
• C. Type $R$ bacteria and rod-shaped and are called as Bacilli bacteria
• D. Type $S$ bacteria are comma-shaped and are called as Cocci bacteria

Answer 1

The correct option is A Vibrio cholerae is an example of type $S$, which causes Cholera

Bacteria are classified into 5 groups according to their basic shapes:

• Spherical (cocci)
• Rod (bacilli)
• Spiral (spirilla)
• Comma (Vibrio)
• Corkscrew (Spirochaetes)

So, the correct option is 'Vibrio cholera is an example of S, which causes cholera'