Some Bacteria Produce the Enzyme β-Lactamase, Which Results in Resistance

question 76

Multiple Choice

Some bacteria produce the enzyme β-lactamase, which results in resistance to certain antibiotics such as penicillin. Since these same organisms reproduce asexually, they produce offspring that ____.

• A) can be killed by penicillin
• B) have an abnormally high rate of mutation
• C) are resistant to penicillin
• D) have variable numbers of chromosomes
• E) can make penicillin

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Definitions:

Olfactory Epithelium

Epithelium of the olfactory recess containing olfactory receptors.

Nasal Cavity

The large air-filled space behind the nose, involved in breathing, smell, and mucus production to filter air entering the respiratory system.

Nasolacrimal Ducts

The ducts that carry tears from the lacrimal sacs of the eyes into the nasal cavity, facilitating tear drainage.

Cricoid Cartilage

Most inferior laryngeal cartilage.