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elixir [45]
3 years ago
10

The bacteria Vibrio vulnificus is sometimes released into the ocean by sewage pollution. This small bacterium is often eaten by

filter feeders, such as oysters. What impact would you expect this to have on individuals that consumed oysters which had fed on the bacteria?
A.) The bacteria would have a negative impact on the oysters but is harmless to humans.
B.) The bacteria could cause infections in people who consume contaminated shellfish.
C.) The bacteria could cause infections in people who do not have strong enough immune systems to fight off the bacteria, which could then be transmitted person to person.
D.) The bacteria would not cause infections in any people because our immune systems are strong enough to fight off the bacteria.
Biology
2 answers:
Pavlova-9 [17]3 years ago
7 0

Answer:

B.) The bacteria could cause infections in people who consume contaminated shellfish.

Explanation:

The bacteria <em>Vibrio vulnificus </em>could cause infections in people who consume contaminated shellfish. Individuals with certain medical problems and weak immune system exhibit severe infections. Consumption of cooked shellfish is recommended to reduce the risk factors of bacterial infection. The  bacteria <em>Vibrio vulnificus </em>cannot spread from one infection person to other healthy person.  

lesya [120]3 years ago
4 0
The answer would be B
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