The investigation of antibiotic resistance in Tangxun Lake explores the consequences of continuous antibiotic discharge into the water. The study focuses on the potential impact of human activities on antibiotic discharges, with a specific emphasis on antibiotic resistance in lake bacteria. The method involved sampling from three locations within the lake, employing Tryptic Soy Agar as the culture medium. Antibiotic treatments with penicillin and cephalosporin were applied, followed by incubation and subsequent culture on Plate Count Agar. Results indicate antibiotic resistance in lake bacteria, with variations in sensitivity to penicillin and cephalosporin across locations. Graphical representations illustrate significant differences in bacterial growth with antibiotic exposure. The study highlights the continued discharge of antibiotics into Tangxun Lake.

Chengjue Xiao, Yunhan Xiang, Jiage Jiang, Yinuo Li, Zhiru Fu. The Investigation of Antibiotic Resistance in Tangxun Lake. Academic Journal of Environment & Earth Science (2024), Vol. 6, Issue 1: 92-95. https://doi.org/10.25236/AJEE.2024.060113.

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