Antibiotics and Antimicrobials
Biology ⇒ Microorganisms and Microbiology
Antibiotics and Antimicrobials starts at 9 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe one reason why new antibiotics are needed.
Describe one way bacteria can become resistant to antibiotics.
Describe what is meant by 'antibiotic stewardship'.
Explain the difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics.
Explain why antibiotics should not be used to treat viral infections.
Explain why it is important to complete the full course of antibiotics even if you feel better.
Explain why using antibiotics in animal feed can be a problem for human health.
What is a 'superbug'?
What is meant by the term 'broad-spectrum antibiotic'?
What is the function of an efflux pump in bacterial cells?
What is the main difference between antibiotics and antimicrobials?
What is the main purpose of antimicrobial drugs?
What is the role of antibiotics in agriculture?
