Clostridium (general) Flashcards
1
Q
what is the difference between endospore and spore?
A
spore = in the body
endospore = in the environment
2
Q
are clostridium anaerobes or aerobic?
A
obligate anarobes
3
Q
where do we find clostridium?
A
in the soil
4
Q
what is characteristic of all clostridium?
A
Sporeforming
5
Q
what shape does clostridium have?
A
rods
6
Q
what are the different clostridiums?
A
Cl. tetani - tetanus
Cl. difficile – pseudomembranous colitis
Cl. botulinum - botulism
Cl. perfringens – gas gangrene
