Bacteria in biofilms or abscesses may be replicating very slowly and are therefore resistant to chemotherapy because many agents affect pathogens only if they are actively growing and dividing. Additionally, the added biomass surrounding the bacteria can make it physically challenging for contact with the antibiotic being administered. True or fasle?

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Alina Ingram

26 February, 03:03

Bacteria in biofilms or abscesses may be replicating very slowly and are therefore resistant to chemotherapy because many agents affect pathogens only if they are actively growing and dividing. Additionally, the added biomass surrounding the bacteria can make it physically challenging for contact with the antibiotic being administered. True or fasle?

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Charity · Answer 1

True

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Bacteria in bio films or abscesses may be replicating very slowly and are therefore resistant to chemotherapy because many agents affect pathogens only if they are actively growing and dividing.