Antibiotics kill bacterial growth, but widespread use results in antibiotic resistance. Researchers wonder if quorum sensing might allow us to treat bacteria without the resistance. View an animation of quorum sensing as it regulates gene expression in a cascade controlling transcription.

Concepts

rna, bacteria

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Additional Tags

science

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Instructional Ideas

• Compare and contrast the process for bio-luminescence and bacteria replication
• Debate if protein in your diet is related to the protein in your molecules

Classroom Considerations

• Relies on prior knowledge of rna's role in gene expression

Pros

• Designed for AP and IB Biology standards
• Offers multiple formats for downloading or streaming the movie

Cons

• None

Common Core

RST.9-10.4 RST.11-12.4