

Natural Selection and Antibiotic Resistance Flashcard
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Biology
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12th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is antibiotic resistance?
Back
Antibiotic resistance is the ability of bacteria to resist the effects of an antibiotic, making it difficult to treat infections.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the main concern about antibiotic resistance in bacteria?
Back
It can make it difficult to treat bacterial infections.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does 'fitness' mean in a biological context?
Back
In biology, fitness refers to how many offspring an organism can produce, indicating its ability to survive and reproduce.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the purpose of developing new antibiotics?
Back
To stay one step ahead of bacteria and combat antibiotic resistance.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do vaccines play in preventing bacterial infections?
Back
Vaccines, like the DTaP vaccine, protect individuals from bacterial infections by stimulating the immune system.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the impact of using antibiotics unnecessarily?
Back
It can lead to antibiotic resistance, making it difficult to treat bacterial infections.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do bacteria develop resistance to antibiotics?
Back
Bacteria can develop resistance through mutations or acquiring resistance genes from other bacteria.
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