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  • Antibiotics, also known as antibacterials, are types of medications that destroy or slow down the growth of bacteria.

  • The Greek word anti means "against", and the Greek word bios means "life" (bacteria are life forms).

  • Antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria. Bacteria are microscopic organisms, some of which may cause illness.

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