Which of the following is a potential application of biofilms?
A) The creation of an impermeable film to protect teeth from decay.
B) The application of biofilms to coat metal fittings to prevent corrosion.
C) A biofilm "transplant" composed of beneficial gut microbes to replace microbes known to cause obesity.
D) The introduction of a biofilm to increase permeability of antibiotics.
E) The addition of biofilms to reduce polysaccharide build-up.
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