The Eyes of Nye - Antibiotics
Student Worksheet
This episode of the Eyes of Nye covers the issue of antibiotic resistance. First, Bill Nye gives a basic explanation of what antibiotics do, and their importance to the human population. Then, he explores the problem of antibiotic resistance and its roots. Finally, he interviews scientists researching future alternatives to antibiotics.
Essential concepts: Antibiotics, antibiotic resistance, sub-theraputic antibiotics, bacteria, infectious disease.
