Rod-shaped bacteria are called

Coccus

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Spirillum

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Bacillus

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Actinomyces

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Solution

The correct option is C Bacillus
Bacteria that are round in shape are called as cocci. Examples include Streptococcus pneumoniae, Staphylococcus aureus.
Bacteria having spiral shape are called as Spirilla. Examples include Spirillum, Campylobacter.
Bacteria that are rod shaped are called as bacillus. Examples include Bacillus anthracis, Bacillus subtilis.
Thus, the correct answer is 'Bacillus.'

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