In 2016, E. coli was isolated from chickens on a new organic…
In 2016, E. coli was isolated from chickens on a new organic farm. The isolate contained a plasmid carrying resistance genes to six antibiotics including tetracycline, sulfonamide, and gentamicin. It also carried genes for resistance to heavy metals and a quaternary ammonium sulfate (Quat) disinfectant. The farm feeds the chicks GMO-free, organically raised grain and supplements the diet with zinc and copper to promote growth and reduce disease. No antibiotics are used. After three years of organic practice, in 2019 we would expect to find E. coli that are:
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Answer one of the two questions below. Make sure to state which question you are answering. Describe three protective mechanisms present in the urinary tract. What is the most common source of bacteria for most UTI’s? Which bacterium causes the most infections? Describe at least 1 way the bacteria evade the immune system.
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Lexi buys and sells real estate. Two weeks ago, she paid $300,000 for a house on Pine Street, intending to spend $50,000 on repairs and then sell the house for $400,000. Last week, the city government announced a plan to build a new landfill on Pine Street just down the street from the house Lexi purchased. As a result of the city’s announced plan, she is weighing two alternatives: go ahead with the $50,000 in repairs and then sell the house for $290,000, or forgo the repairs and sell the house as is for $250,000. Lexi should
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