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if the bacteria is in the human body: antibiotics

if the bacteria is on a surface: 70 % alcohol, UV light

if the bacteria is in food or water: Heat, 100 degrees if possible,

but remember that some bacteria produce alot of toxins if the are exposed to heat

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An antibiotic. Antibiotics are medications that are used to treat bacterial infections by either killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.

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Antimicrobial are agents that kill or inhibit the growth of certain microorganisms, including bacteria.

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