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Escherichia coli bacteria

Scanning Electron Microscopic Image of E. coli bacteria. Image Credit: Martin Oeggerli

Escherichia coli (abbreviated as E. coli) are bacteria found in the environment, foods, and intestines of people and animals. It is a large and diverse group of bacteria. Although most strains of E. coli are harmless, others can make you sick. Some kinds of E. coli can cause diarrhea, while others cause urinary tract infections, respiratory illness and pneumonia, and other illnesses.

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Written by Josin Tharian

Assistant Professor of Zoology by profession.

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