Question

Describe the effectiveness of each of the following antibiotics with regards to controlling S. epidermidis based on your test results:

i. penicillin
ii. novobiocin
iii. gentamicin

Answer 1

These help by prevention the spread of infections and growth of bacteria.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The S. epidermidis is a Gram-positive bacterium and is a part of human flora It is an anaerobic bacteria. It leads to the development of infections which are indwelling in medical devices. These can flow into blood stream.

• Penicillium is a group of antibiotics which are formed from moulds. Novobiocin is an antibody that is made by the actinomycetes and has antibacterial properties. Gentamicin are those antibodies that can treat infections and helps to stop the growth of bacteria.