What is another word for spiral bacterium?
Pronunciation: [spˈa͡ɪ͡əɹə͡l baktˈi͡əɹɪəm] (IPA) 
A spiral bacterium is a specific type of microorganism, characterized by its helical shape. Although there are numerous species of spiral bacteria, they are often collectively referred to as spirochetes. These tiny organisms can be found in a variety of environments, such as soil, water, and the digestive tracts of animals. Some synonyms for spiral bacterium include spirillum, coiled bacterium, helical microbe, and corkscrew-shaped microorganism. These terms are often used interchangeably to describe these distinctive microorganisms and their unique spiral-shaped morphology. Spiral bacteria play significant roles in various fields of study, including microbiology, infectious diseases, and environmental research.
