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MIC 121 MIC 121 Test compilation 2 Objective Question

Question

Which of the following is a typical Gram-negative bacterium?
Options
A Clostridium spp.
B Bacillus spp.
C Streptococcus spp.
D Helicobacter spp.
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Helicobacter spp. (e.g., H. pylori) are known Gram-negative bacteria. Clostridium, Bacillus, and Streptococcus are all genera of Gram-positive bacteria.

Hint

Recall the Gram stain characteristics of common bacterial genera.

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