Antibiotic Resistance Can Develop in a Bacterium as a Result

Question

Antibiotic resistance can develop in a bacterium as a result of spontaneous mutation.

Accepted Answer

Spontaneous mutation can occur in bacteria, leading to genetic changes that confer antibiotic resistance. This can happen through a variety of mechanisms, such as mutations in genes coding for drug targets or enzymes involved in drug metabolism or efflux. Over time, these mutations can accumulate and spread throughout bacterial populations, contributing to the emergence and spread of antibiotic-resistant strains.