A cow is given an antibiotic to treat an infection in its digestive system.  Antibiotics kill bacteria. Explain why it is necessary to also give the cow a drink of bacteria afterwards, in order for the cow to live.

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A cow is given an antibiotic to treat an infection in its digestive system.  Antibiotics kill bacteria. Explain why it is necessary to also give the cow a drink of bacteria afterwards, in order for the cow to live.

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