Question

multiple choice question cocci that associate in pairs are referred to as
○ diplococci
○ staphylococci
○ tetrads
○ streptococci
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Explanation:

Cocci are spherical - shaped bacteria. Diplococci are cocci that associate in pairs. Staphylococci are clusters, tetrads are groups of four, and streptococci are chains.

Answer:

A. diplococci