Question

which form of bacteria is matched correctly to its description?
spirilum—has a rod shape and exists in chains or alone
coccus—can cause mrsa and has a round shape
coccus—can cause acne and has a spiral shape
bacillus—has a spherical shape and can form clusters

Explanation:

• Spirillum: Has a spiral shape, not a rod shape.
• Coccus: Round - shaped bacteria. Methicillin - resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) is caused by Staphylococcus (a coccus).
• Coccus: Does not have a spiral shape. Acne is mainly caused by Propionibacterium acnes (a bacillus).
• Bacillus: Has a rod shape, not a spherical shape.

Answer:

coccus—can cause MRSA and has a round shape