What is passed on the the offspring (kids) of the antibiotic resistant bacteria? bacteria gene

gene for resistance

bacteria gene

Explanation:

Bacteria can evolve quickly because they reproduce at a fast rate. Mutations in the DNA of bacteria can produce new characteristics. A random mutation might cause some bacteria to become resistant to certain antibiotics, such as penicillin. Antibiotics usually kill bacteria, but in this case the mutation means the bacteria cannot be destroyed by the antibiotic. This evolution of antibiotic resistance in bacteria is an example of natural selection leading to evolution.