Consider the following statements: 1. Biofilms can form on medical implants within human tissues. 2.…
Consider the following statements: 1. Biofilms can form on medical implants within human tissues. 2. Biofilms can form on food and food processing surfaces. 3. Biofilms can exhibit antibiotic resistance. Which of the statements given above are correct?
1 and 2 only
2 and 3 only
1 and 3 only
1, 2 and 3
Solution
All three statements are correct. Biofilms form on medical implants, food surfaces and are well known for exhibiting enhanced antibiotic resistance through their extracellular polymeric matrix.