Which Statement About Bacteria Is FALSE

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which statement about bacteria is FALSE?

• A)Consumption of even a few bacterial cells can cause food-borne illnesses.
• B)Most environmental bacteria are harmless.
• C)Bacteria are present on most surfaces in our homes.
• D)Some bacteria are beneficial.

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Definitions:

Nat Turner's Rebellion

An 1831 slave revolt in Virginia led by Nat Turner, which resulted in the deaths of many individuals and had significant repercussions for African-Americans.

Southern Whites

Typically refers to white residents of the Southern United States, historically associated with specific social and cultural characteristics.

1831 Turning Point

A reference to significant historical events or developments in 1831, which could vary by context (e.g., Nat Turner's slave rebellion).

William Lloyd Garrison

An American abolitionist, journalist, and social reformer known for his strong stance against slavery and for the emancipation of slaves in the United States.