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Spirillum
The term spirillum (plural: spirilla) describes prokaryotic cells that possess a long, spiral shape, visually resembling a corkscrew.
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Which of the following bacterial morphologies is characterized by a spiral shape?
Which bacterial morphology is described as rod-shaped?
Which bacterial morphology is described as spherical in shape?
Which bacterial morphology is described as comma-shaped?
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Which of the following best describes the shape of Spirillum bacteria?
What characteristic distinguishes Spirillum bacteria from other bacterial shapes?
Which of the following statements is true about Spirillum bacteria?
Which of the following environments are Spirillum bacteria most likely to be found in?