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BIO 102 Viruses, Bacteria, and Fungi Objective Question

Question

Which of the following organisms belong to the bacterial phylum Firmicutes according to molecular taxonomic classification?
Options
A Mycobacterium tuberculosis
B Escherichia coli
C Staphylococcus aureus
Correct Answer
D Clostridium tetani
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Staphylococcus and Clostridium belong to Firmicutes, whereas Escherichia coli belongs to Proteobacteria and Mycobacterium to Actinobacteria.

Hint

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