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rod-shaped structure..somewhat similar to sausages stuck together.

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Q: What is the shape and structure of bacteria found in yogurt?
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What shape are yogurt bacteria?

There are two types usually found in yogurt. One is lactobacillus and it is rod shaped. The other is a streptococcus. This one is made of cocci (round like a grape) in strings or similar to pearls on a necklace.


The structure that surrounds the bacteria and gives it shape is known as?

This structure is called as Cell Wall that gives shape to the bacteria. This wall gives protection to the bacteria and prevents it from exploding because of osmotic lysis.


Which organelle would the spirulina bacterium have provided?

Spirulina bacteria would be found in the gas vesicle. The vesicleÃ?s structure makes it the ideal shape for bacteria to thrive and grow.


What shape is yogurt bacteria?

It is called a rod because it is long and ... well, "rod" shaped. Specifically it's different types of "gram positive rod" type bacteria.


Can cocci bacteria be found in animals?

Yes, cocci is only the shape of the bacteria. There are many types of cocci bacteria that can be found in animals. Cocci bacteria is round or circular.


Which shape is found most often within a structure?

Triangle. Its the strongest geometric shape


How do you differentiate between yeasts and bacteria under the microscope?

Yeasts are usually larger in size than bacteria. Also bacteria are mostly found in clusters or in a form of chain. Bacteria are spherical or rod like in shape while yeasts are oval in shape.


What causes a cell to change shape in bacteria?

Bacteria contain a well-developed cell structure which is responsible for many of their unique biological properties. The thick cellular wall helps bacterial cells maintain their shape.


What the surface of staphylococcus?

Staphlococci are bacteria with a round shape when viewed under a microscope. There are many types of staph bacteria. All bacteria have protein walls which are have a unique molecular structure to the type of bacterium, so only the correct antibody can fit this structure and destroy the bacterium cell.


Firm protective structure that gives the cell its shape in plants fungi most bacteria and some protests?

A Cell Wall


What shape is a rod bacteria?

Bacillus


You want to know the shape size and habitat of spiral bacteria?

Spiral bacteria are one of five different types of bacteria. They are also called spirillum bacteria and have a somewhat rigid spiral shape. Spiral bacteria are reported to be 1.4 to 1.7 micrometers in diameter and can be up to 60 micrometers long. Spirillum bacteria can be found in many habitats but is often found in stagnant water. Helicobacter pylori is found in the human stomach and may cause ulcers, while Campylobacter jejuni can cause diarrhea and is found in undercooked poultry as well as in locations where sanitation is poor.