Question

Clostridium botulinum is a

• A. Gram negative, spherical-shaped, spore forming, aerobic bacteria
• B. Gram positive, rod-shaped, spore forming, anaerobic motile bacteria
• C. Gram positive, rod-shaped, non-spore forming bacteria
• D. Gram positive, spherical-shaped, anaerobic, non-motile bacteria

Hint:

Clostridium botulinum is commonly found in soil and can contaminate improperly canned or preserved foods, leading to foodborne botulism.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Clostridium botulinum is a Gram-positive, spore-forming, rod-shaped bacterium that grows in anaerobic conditions and produces botulinum toxin, which causes botulism.