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Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

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1-purpose of Acid-Fast Method. 2-brief explanation of positive and negative results. 3-Predicted Results of staphylococcus epidermis, Mycobacterium smegmatis.

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Staphylococcus epidermidis is a gram-positive, non-motile, non-spore-forming bacteria commonly found on human skin and mucous membranes. It is a part of the normal flora of the body, but can also cause opportunistic infections in immunocompromised individuals.

Mycobacterium smegmatis is a gram-positive, acid-fast, non-pathogenic bacteria commonly used as a model organism in microbiology research.

The two bacteria are very different in terms of their cell wall structure, staining characteristics, and pathogenicity. While Staphylococcus epidermidis is a common commensal bacteria, Mycobacterium smegmatis is a model organism frequently used in laboratory research.

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