Characteristics of an Ideal Antimicrobial Agent Include All of the Following

question 28

Multiple Choice

Characteristics of an ideal antimicrobial agent include all of the following except:

• A)resistance by microorganisms
• B)reasonable cost
• C)long shelf life
• D)toxicity not easily altered

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Definitions:

Threshold

The minimum level of stimulus intensity required for a stimulus to be detected or for a response to occur.

Endorphins

Neurotransmitters produced in the brain that act as natural painkillers and also improve mood, often released in response to stress or exercise.

Norepinephrine

A neurotransmitter and hormone involved in arousal, alertness, and the regulation of blood pressure.

Dopamine

A neurotransmitter involved in many functions, including motivation, reward, reinforcement, and motor control.