Corkscrew-shaped bacteria such as Spirulina are classified as ________.
A) filaments
B) cocci
C) spirilla
D) bacilli
E) mat-forming

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Spirilla is the term used to describe corkscrew-shaped bacteria, distinguishing them from other shapes like cocci (spherical), bacilli (rod-shaped), and others. Spirilla bacteria have a spiral shape that allows them to move in a corkscrew motion.

Corkscrew-Shaped Bacteria Such as Spirulina Are Classified as ________