Pentamidine Is an Example of an Antimicrobial That

question 27

Multiple Choice

Pentamidine is an example of an antimicrobial that

• A) inhibits metabolic pathways.
• B) inhibits cell wall synthesis.
• C) binds to DNA.
• D) disrupts cytoplasmic membranes.
• E) binds to ribosomes.

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Definitions:

Threadlike Structures

Often refers to the strands of DNA found in the cell nucleus which carry genetic information for the development, functioning, growth, and reproduction of all known organisms.

Neurogenesis

The process of generating new neurons in the brain, which continues throughout life and plays a role in learning, memory, and recovering from brain injury.

Hippocampus

A component of the brain within the temporal lobe, crucial for the formation of new memories and associated with learning and emotions.

Olfactory Bulb

A brain structure involved in the sense of smell, processing olfactory sensory signals.