The bacterium Helicobacter pylori causes mucosal lining issues by:
A) producing urease, which allows bacterial colonization.
B) producing urea, which increases stomach acid.
C) eliminating protective cytotoxins.
D) destroying normal flora.

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Helicobacter pylori produces urease, which converts urea into ammonia and carbon dioxide, neutralizing stomach acid and allowing the bacteria to colonize the stomach lining.

The Bacterium Helicobacter Pylori Causes Mucosal Lining Issues By