Examine the Photo Below and Determine Which of the Following

question 29

Multiple Choice

Examine the photo below and determine which of the following statements is accurate. (Select all that apply)

• A) The zone of growth inhibition is an example of antibiosis.
• B) The Staphylococcus aureus is secreting an antibiotic compound.
• C) The growth of Penicillium notatum is being inhibited by the secretions of the Staphylococcus aureus.
• D) It is clear that the Staphylococcus aureus is resistant to the inhibitory chemicals secreted by the Penicillium notatum.

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