Streptococcus and staphylococcus are examples of
A) rickettsiae.
B) bacteria.
C) parasites.
D) viruses.

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Streptococcus and staphylococcus are both examples of bacteria. Rickettsiae are a type of bacteria that are obligate intracellular parasites, and parasites are a broad category that includes organisms such as protozoa and helminths. Viruses are not bacteria, but rather a completely different type of infectious agent.

Streptococcus and Staphylococcus Are Examples of