Here's why:
* Bacillus is a genus of bacteria, and the name itself hints at their shape. "Bacillus" comes from the Latin word "bacillus", meaning "small rod".
* *Bacillus subtilis* is a specific species within the *Bacillus* genus.
* *Bacillus subtilis* cells are elongated and cylindrical, resembling small rods.
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