Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
Which term is used to describe the stain of bacteria?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Gram-positive. Gram staining is a method used to differentiate bacteria based on their cell wall composition. Gram-positive bacteria retain the crystal violet stain due to their thick peptidoglycan layer, while Gram-negative bacteria do not. The term "Gram-positive" specifically refers to bacteria that retain the stain, indicating their cell wall structure. Choice A, Aerobic, refers to the oxygen requirement of bacteria. Choices C and D, Cocci and Bacillus, refer to bacterial shapes and are not related to staining characteristics.