Correct option is C
The correct answer is (c) Vibrio.
· Comma-shaped bacteria are referred to as Vibrio. These bacteria are known for their distinctive curved shape and are often associated with waterborne diseases.
· Vibrio cholerae, the bacterium causing cholera, is a well-known example of this group.
Important Key Points:
· Shape: Comma-shaped.
· Type: Vibrio bacteria.
· Known example: Vibrio cholerae (causes cholera).
· Associated with: Waterborne diseases.
· Distinctive feature: Curved shape.
Knowledge Booster:
· Bacilli: Rod-shaped bacteria, not comma-shaped.
· Cocci: Spherical-shaped bacteria.
· Spirillum: Spiral-shaped bacteria, different from Vibrio.