antibacterial
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Garlic has long been recognized as one of the most potent naturally occurring antibacterial and antifungal crops.
From Science Daily • Dec. 8, 2025
The scientists took samples of those plants, tested them and discovered most had antibacterial properties.
From BBC • May 14, 2025
Studies support these claims, showing that probiotics like Lactobacillus can help with acne by producing antibacterial compounds that inhibit C. acnes and by reducing inflammation.
From Slate • Feb. 22, 2025
Due to increasing antibiotic resistance in pathogens causing infections, the development of new antibacterial substances is important.
From Science Daily • Apr. 29, 2024
“Well, make sure to wash your hands with antibacterial soap.”
From "Sir Fig Newton and the Science of Persistence" by Sonja Thomas
Vocabulary lists containing antibacterial
Microbiology - High School
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Microbiology - Middle School
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