The term used to describe bacteria that are shaped like curved rods is

A. coccobacillus.
B. vibrio.
C. bacillus.
D. coccus.


Answer: B

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What ion needs to be released from an

endoplasmic reticulum in order for muscles to contract?

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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