Most Streptococcus and Actinomyces species metabolize sugars,such as glucose,to lactic acid.Lactic acid is then broken down further into hydrogen,methane,and carbon dioxide by other members of the biofilm.

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The first statement is true as both Streptococcus and Actinomyces species are known to metabolize sugars to lactic acid. The second statement is also true as other members of the biofilm can break down lactic acid further into hydrogen, methane, and carbon dioxide. Therefore, both statements are true.

Most Streptococcus and Actinomyces Species Metabolize Sugars,such as Glucose,to Lactic