What Causes Antibiotic Resistance?


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This short video describes the process of antibiotic resistance. Right now, you are inhabited by trillions of micro organisms. Many of these bacteria are harmless (or even helpful!), but there are a few strains of ‘super bacteria' that are pretty nasty -- and they're growing resistant to our antibiotics. Why is this happening? Kevin Wu details the evolution of this problem that presents a big challenge for the future of medicine.

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Subject(s): Science
Grade Level(s): 9, 10, 11, 12
Intended Audience: Students
Suggested Technology: Computers for Students, Internet Connection, Speakers/Headphones
Keywords: antibiotic, bacteria, natural selection, conjugation, mutation, MRSA
Instructional Component Type(s): Tutorial,  Video/Audio/Animation, 
Resource Collection: Science - Biology - Grades 9-12 Existing Student Tutorials

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