Massachusetts State Board Esthetics Practice Exam

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Which of the following describes the three main types of pathogenic bacteria?

  1. Lactobacilli, Streptococci, Bacilli

  2. Cocci, Bacilli, Spirilla

  3. Viruses, Fungi, Parasites

  4. Micrococci, Diplococci, Rods

The correct answer is: Cocci, Bacilli, Spirilla

The correct answer identifies the three main types of pathogenic bacteria based on their shape. Bacteria can be classified into three main categories: Cocci, which are spherical; Bacilli, which are rod-shaped; and Spirilla, which are spiral-shaped. This classification is significant in the field of microbiology because the shape of bacteria can influence their pathogenicity, how they react to antibiotics, and how they are treated in clinical settings. Understanding these classifications helps estheticians and health professionals recognize potential skin pathogens and understand the underlying causes of infections. While options such as Lactobacilli and the others mention groups of bacteria, they do not encapsulate the overall major shapes and categories of pathogenic bacteria as effectively as Cocci, Bacilli, and Spirilla do.

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