Microbiology: An Introduction, 11th Edition

by Tortora, Gerard J.; Funke, Berdell R.; Case, Christine L.

Published by Benjamin Cummings

ISBN 10: 0321733606

ISBN 13: 978-0-32173-360-3

Chapter 11 - The Prokaryotes: Domains Bacteria and Archaea - Study Questions - Multiple Choice - Page 329: 7

Answer

E. Spirochete-Helicobacter

Work Step by Step

Helicobacter is not a spirochete. They are gram-negative curved rods that are microaerophilic and have flagella for their motility. Spirochetes, on the other hand, are helical and make use of axial filaments for them to be able to move.

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