When bacteria are found in grapelike clusters, which of the following prefixes is used?
A) Strepto-
B) Diplo-
C) Staphylo-
D) Tetrads
E) Sarcinae

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When bacteria are found in grapelike clusters, the prefix staphylo- is used. When they are found in a chain formation, the prefix strepto- is used. When bacteria are found in pairs, the prefix diplo- is used, and cocci in packets of four are called tetrads and in packets of eight or 16 are called sarcinae.

When Bacteria Are Found in Grapelike Clusters, Which of the Following