Multiple choice

The Ames test refers to a test

  1. performed on bacteria to determine the carcinogenicity of chemicals

  2. performed on laboratory animals to determine the metastasis

  3. to determine the pathogenicity of a bacterium

  4. to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic
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Explanation

The Ames test uses Salmonella typhimurium bacteria to detect mutagenic compounds, which correlates with carcinogenicity. It is a rapid bacterial assay, not performed on animals, making it different from animal testing methods.

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