Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
diplococci
Noun
/ˌdɪpləˈkɒk.sʌɪ/
Definition
Diplococci are a type of bacteria that appear in pairs.
Examples
- Diplococci are often found in clusters in cultures.
- The presence of diplococci in a sample may indicate a bacterial infection.
- Samples of diplococci can be observed under a microscope.
Meaning
The term refers to spherical bacteria that typically group together in twos after cell division.
Synonyms
- None (specific term for paired cocci)
