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Identify that certain bacteria can resist antibiotics, which diminishes the effectiveness of these medications.

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Identify that certain bacteria can resist antibiotics, which diminishes the effectiveness of these medications

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Antibiotic Resistance

Certain bacteria have developed resistance to antibiotics, making infections harder to treat. This resistance can arise from genetic mutations or the acquisition of resistance genes from other bacteria.

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    Explain the impact of antibiotic resistance on public health.

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