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What is Staphylococcus?
Written on:October 16, 2011
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Definition Staphylococcus is a common genus of cocci bacteria with a positive Gram stain. The name “Staphylococcus” is derived from Greek words that describe the shape of the bacteria: round granules that form the shape of a cluster of grapes. Staphylococci tend to be found in clusters, while other types of cocci bacteria may group together in other patterns, such as chains or pairs. Staphylococcus bacteria are found around the…
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