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The lab report identifies unknown bacteria D as Escherichia coli. Gram staining of the bacteria showed purple rods, indicating a Gram-negative result. Citrate and SIM tests produced green and brown colors respectively, confirming the presence of E. coli. MSA testing also showed fermentation, a positive result for E. coli. While many E. coli strains are harmless, some can cause food poisoning and other infections like urinary tract infections and pneumonia. The lab tests and observations identified the unkno
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- Dennis Mwangi
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