Using Techniques from Microfluidic Engineering, Biologists Can Monitor the Dynamics

question 31

Multiple Choice

Using techniques from microfluidic engineering, biologists can monitor the dynamics of extremely small bacterial populations and biofilm production. Under what applications might this technology prove beneficial, as well as practical?

• A) Monitoring the buildup of biofilms the outflow pipes from sewage treatment plants
• B) Monitoring the buildup of dental plaque on the bristles of a person's toothbrush
• C) Monitoring the buildup of biofilms on contact lenses or artificial joints
• D) Both a and b
• E) All of the above

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