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Scientists develop a chemical that binds to molecules that make quorum sensing possible rendering those molecules non functional If this chemical is incorporated into a mouthwash how would it affect the community of bacteria that cause dental plaque 1 Their negative effects would be reduced because they will no longer be able to produce mucilage and stick to teeth O 2 Their negative effects would be increased because it will cause them to produce mucilage allowing them to stick to teeth 3 Their negative effects would be reduced because they will no longer be able to produce the acid that damages teeth 4 Their negative effects would be increased because it will cause them to produce the acid that damages teeth 5 It would have no effect because they will still be able to form a biofilm and secrete the acid that damages teeth

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