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How do you get E. coli?

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By eating foods that are infected with the virus such as uncooked meats, milk, some fruits and vegetables, juices, etc.

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What E stands for in E. coli?
Escherichia, the genus name of E. Coli. It is named after Theodor Escherich, who had discovered the bacterium.
What is Escherichia coli or E. coli?
Escherichia coli (commonly abbreviated E. coli; pronounced /ˌɛʃɨˈrɪkiə ˈkoʊlaɪ/, named after Theodor Escherich) is a Gram negative rod-shaped bacterium that is commonly found in the lower...
What is the meaning of e on the e coli?
Escherichia (the genus name).
Why E. coli called as E. coli?
Because E. Coli is short for it's scientific name, Escherichia Coli. And you wouldn't want to have to say that constantly in science class, would you? :)
What can you get E. coli from?
Mainly uncooked meat, make sure you keep uncooked food on the bottom shelf of the fridge, check the NHS website for more information