How bacteria sacrifice themselves to render antibiotics ineffective

E-coli_(Escherichia_coli)

Source: Nurgul D

Bacteria can defend themselves against antibiotics with the help of an enzyme released by dying cells, reveals a study that helps scientists understand the survival mechanisms of bacteria and to improve the effectiveness of antibiotics. 

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