How do you distinguish between micrococcus roseus and staphylococcus?

Answer:
The primary method of distinguishing between Micrococcus and Staphylococcus is via the Cytochrome C or Oxidase test. Staphylococci are oxidase negative while Micrococci are oxidase positive.
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