5 Questions
Which classification of antibiotics is based on the source of origin?
Origin
Which antibiotic classification includes Penicillium notatum and Cephalosporin spp.?
Semisynthetic antibiotics
Which group of antibiotics includes β-lactam antibiotics?
β-lactam antibiotics
Which type of antibiotics are purely synthetic compounds?
Synthetic antibiotics
Which classification of antibiotics is based on their mode of action?
Mode of action
Study Notes
Classification of Antibiotics
- Antibiotics can be classified based on their source of origin, which includes natural, semi-synthetic, and synthetic antibiotics.
Natural Antibiotics
- This classification includes antibiotics derived from microorganisms, such as Penicillium notatum and Cephalosporin spp., which are known as fungal antibiotics.
β-Lactam Antibiotics
- This group of antibiotics includes penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems, and monobactams, which are characterized by having a β-lactam ring in their molecular structure.
Synthetic Antibiotics
- This type of antibiotics are purely synthetic compounds, meaning they are entirely man-made and do not occur naturally.
Mechanism of Action
- Antibiotics can also be classified based on their mode of action, such as inhibiting cell wall formation, inhibiting protein synthesis, or inhibiting DNA replication.
Test your knowledge of antibiotic classification with this quiz. Explore the different ways antibiotics are categorized, including by origin, chemical structure, spectrum of activity, and mode of action. This quiz covers natural antibiotics, semi-synthetic antibiotics, and synthetic antibiotics, and delves into the microbial origins of these medications.
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