During Which Mechanism Do Antibiotics Act Selectively on the Ribosomes

question 20

Multiple Choice

During which mechanism do antibiotics act selectively on the ribosomes of bacteria?

• A)Inhibition of cell wall synthesis
• B)Damage to the cell membrane
• C)Inhibition of protein synthesis
• D)Interference with metabolism

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