Which of the Following is Not True of Streptococcus Pyogenes

Question

Which of the following is not true of Streptococcus pyogenes?
A)Group A streptococcus
B)Gram positive
C)Forms spores
D)Sensitive to bacitracin
E)Beta hemolytic

Accepted Answer

Streptococcus pyogenes is a non-spore forming bacteria. It can be differentiated from other streptococci based on its group A classification, gram-positive staining, susceptibility to bacitracin, and beta hemolysis on blood agar.