German to English translations [PRO] Science - Biology (-tech,-chem,micro-) / microbiology
German term or phrase:kokkoide Stäbchen
Monthly report on Hygienemonitoring at a pharmaceutical factory under heading „Mikrobiologische Ergebnisse“: Keimart: Microccus luteus; kokkoide Stäbchen; Staphylococcus epidermidis
Explanation: Coccoid rods are short, stick-shaped bacteria.
Example sentence(s):
Coccus: Round bacteria are referred to as cocci. Coccoid rod: Short rods are often referred to as coccoid rods. Rod: Long bacteria are referred to as rod shaped bacteria.