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You Are a Microbiologist Working with a New Species of Bacteria

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You are a microbiologist working with a new species of bacteria thriving in soil at 15°C.In the lab,you find this bacterium adjusts well to growth at 37°C.If this bacterium were "typical," what changes would you expect to find in the fatty acid composition of the membrane as the bacteria undergo homeoviscous adaption?


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Fecal Occult Blood

Small amounts of blood in feces that are not visible to the naked eye but can be detected through specific tests.

Guaiac Paper

Guaiac Paper is a type of paper used in a diagnostic test to detect the presence of blood in stool, indicative of gastrointestinal issues.

Sterile Gloves

Gloves that have been treated to eliminate all forms of bacteria and other contaminants, used in medical procedures to maintain a sterile environment.

Clostridium Difficile

Clostridium Difficile is a bacterium that can cause symptoms ranging from diarrhea to life-threatening inflammation of the colon, often following antibiotic therapy.

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