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Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

Define the following term: Bacterial diversity.

Define the following term: Bacterial diversity.

Sourav Pan
Sourav PanDecember 7, 2024

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Bacterial diversity refers to the wide variety of bacterial species, strains, and genetic traits found within bacterial populations. It encompasses differences in morphology, metabolic capabilities, genetic composition, and environmental adaptability. Bacterial diversity allows bacteria to thrive in various environments, contribute to ecological balance, and evolve new traits, such as antibiotic resistance, through mechanisms like mutation and gene transfer.

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