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What are staphylococci?

  1. Bacteria that live in soil

  2. Bacterial cells found in clean water

  3. Pus forming bacterial cells present in abscesses, pustules, and boils

  4. Nonpathogenic bacteria that help in digestion

The correct answer is: Pus forming bacterial cells present in abscesses, pustules, and boils

Staphylococci are a group of bacteria commonly found on human skin, in the respiratory and digestive tract, and in some cases, can be pathogenic causing infections such as abscesses, pustules, and boils. Option A is incorrect because these bacteria typically do not live in soil. Option B is incorrect because staphylococci are not commonly found in clean water. Option D is incorrect because staphylococci are not considered nonpathogenic and do not assist in digestion.