A common bacterium found on the skin in healthy people but capable of causing infection if it enters the body is
A)streptococcus.
B)staphylococcus.
C)Escherichia coli.
D)a spirochete.

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Staphylococcus is a common bacterium found on the skin of healthy people but can cause infections if it enters the body. Streptococcus can also cause infections but it is not commonly found on the skin. Escherichia coli is mainly found in the intestines and can cause gastrointestinal infections. A spirochete is a type of bacteria with a spiral shape, which can cause diseases such as syphilis and Lyme disease, but is not commonly found on the skin.

A Common Bacterium Found on the Skin in Healthy People