Which of the following helps to explain why antibiotic resistance can evolve especially quickly?

A) Bacteria reproduce quickly.
B) Bacteria can acquire genes from other bacteria.
C) Antibiotics provide strong selection pressure.
D) all of the above

Antibiotic Resistance

A phenomenon where bacteria evolve to survive exposure to antibiotics, making the drugs less effective.

Bacteria

Microscopic, single-celled organisms found in virtually every environment on Earth, capable of performing a vast array of metabolic functions.

Selection Pressure

Environmental factors that influence the reproductive success of individuals or populations, leading to evolution through survival of the fittest.