Why is the overuse of antibiotics dangerous?

It can lead to an increase in the population size of strains of antibiotic-resistant bacteria, such as MRSA

SA
Answered by Suzy A. Biology tutor

3968 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

How are the lungs specialised for exchanging gases?


Explain the difference between a passive process and an active process.


Compare anaerobic respiration in a yeast cell with anaerobic respiration in a muscle cells.


Explain how a stimulus can result in a reflex reaction


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning