Which of the following is NOT characteristic of fecal coliforms?
A)gram-negative
B)non-spore forming
C)rod-shaped
D)lactose-fermenting
E)pathogenic

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Fecal coliforms are a group of bacteria that are commonly found in the intestines of warm-blooded animals, including humans, and are often used as indicators of fecal contamination in water. They are gram-negative, non-spore forming, rod-shaped bacteria that typically ferment lactose. However, they are not typically pathogenic, meaning they do not cause disease. Therefore, the characteristic of fecal coliforms that is NOT correct is E: pathogenic.

Which of the Following Is NOT Characteristic of Fecal Coliforms