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Which portions of a bacterial cell aid the ability of a bacterium to cause infections?
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What portions of the bacteria cell aid the ability of a bacterium to cause infection?
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How did the bad E. coli develop?
a long-ago cell appears to have been infected with a bacterial virus. This particular virus had the ability to insert its own DNA into the bacteria's chromosome without harming the bacterium - and to remain there. Now, every time this bacterial cell divided, the virus DNA, being now a part of the bacterial DNA, was passed on to every daughter cell
How do plasmids differ from chromosome?
A bacterial chromosome provides data that is required by the bacteria to survive and reproduce. A plasmid does not. It gives a bacterium "special" attributes in during extreme conditions, such as the ability to do genetic recombination or the resistance to certain antibiotics.
What are false statements about antibiotics A are necessary to regain health B fight both viral and bacterial infections C have no long-term consequences D never result in an allergy?
All of these statements about antibiotics are FALSE:A are necessary to regain health - This is untrue. Most people recover from minor bacterial infections, if their immune systems are allowed to work. Many people demand medication for viruses, which are not cured by antibiotics.B fight both viruses and bacterial infections - This is untrue; antibiotics only treat bacterial infections, not viruses.C have no long-term consequences - This is untrue. Antibiotics can suppress the body's ability to keep yeast in check. So you can develop oral yeast infections (men and women), or vaginal yeast infections (women). ALSO, bacteria mutate. So it can become resistant to the medication.D never result in an allergy - This is untrue. You can show an allergy with the first dose.... or years later after you've taken it hundreds of times.
Is aids a bacterium?
AIDS is neither a virus nor bacterium; it is a syndrome (a series of conditions) caused by a virus called HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). This viral pathogen, which targets the cells of the immune system, often leads to the development of AIDS in HIV-positive people.
Do hamsters like cucumber?
Yes, they have the ability to eat small portions of cucumber.
What is Bruton's agammaglobulinemia?
Bruton's agammaglobulinemia is a genetic disorder characterized by a deficiency in B lymphocytes, leading to low levels of antibodies in the blood. This condition impairs the immune system's ability to fight off infections, making individuals more susceptible to recurrent bacterial infections. Treatment often involves lifelong antibody replacement therapy.
Why do fungi produce antibiotics that inhibit bacterial growth?
Fungi and bacteria are in direct competition with each other when it comes to decomposing dead matter. If a fungus would like to be the dominant decomposer; it will find a way to kill its neighbor bacteria.
How does penicillin act as a bacterial killer?
Penicillin kills bacteria by interfering with the ability to synthesize cell wall.
What are B lymphocyte deficiencies?
If there is an abnormality in either the development or function of B lymphocytes, the ability to make antibodies will be impaired. This allows the body to be susceptible to recurrent infections.
What is the definition of antibacterial activity?
drugs or compounds which are having the ability to inhibit the growth of bacteria or kill the bacterial species
How does simulation demonstrate these?
Antibiotic resistance is the ability of a bacterium or other microorganism to survive and reproduce in the presence of antibiotic doses that were previously thought effective against them.
