Human Biology
Human Biology
15th Edition
ISBN: 9781259689796
Author: Sylvia Mader, Michael Windelspecht
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education
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Chapter 8, Problem 1TC
Summary Introduction

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The reason for an increased development of the antibiotic resistance bacteria in the body of those people, who stop taking the recommended antibiotic dose before the end of their prescription. Refer to Fig 8.15 “Development of antibiotic resistance”, in the textbook.

Introduction:

Antibiotics are the powerful medications, which helps in fighting against the infections of bacteria. If they are used properly, they can save the lives of people. Some of the organisms become resistant to these antibiotics called as the antibiotic resistant organisms.

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