What Is Depicted in the Following Figure

question 55

Multiple Choice

What is depicted in the following figure?

• A) Antibiotic production has inhibited bacterial growth.
• B) A bacteriophage has preyed on the bacterial colonies.
• C) Weak acid production has inhibited bacterial growth.
• D) A biofilm has become resistant to disinfectants.
• E) Starving cells have undergone programmed cell death.

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies used by individuals unconsciously to protect themselves from anxiety or unacceptable thoughts and feelings.

Homophobia

The fear, hatred, or prejudice against homosexual people or homosexuality in general, often leading to discrimination.

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Affections

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