9 Questions
Which type of agents prevent the growth of bacteria by keeping them in the stationary phase of growth?
Bacteriostatic
Which type of inhibitors target bacterial enzymes to slow down their metabolism?
Enzymatic
Which group of inhibitors includes most agents that prevent protein synthesis?
Protein synthesis inhibitors
Which type of agents prevent the growth of bacteria by keeping them in the stationary phase of growth?
Bacteriostatic agents
Which type of agents target bacterial enzymes to slow down their metabolism?
Enzymatic agents
Which type of antibiotics belong to the group of most protein synthesis inhibitors?
Tetracyclines
What is the basis for the selective toxicity of antibiotics against microorganisms without causing major effects on mammalian cells?
Ribosomal subunit differences
Which type of antibiotics bind to the 50S subunit and block peptide bond formation?
Chloramphenicol and Macrolides
What is the difference between bacterial and mammalian ribosomes?
Bacterial ribosomes have 70S subunits, while mammalian ribosomes have 80S subunits
Test your knowledge of bacterial growth inhibitors with this quiz! Learn the difference between bacteriostatic and enzymatic inhibitors and discover which agents are most effective at preventing bacterial growth. Sharpen your understanding of protein synthesis and how it relates to inhibiting bacterial metabolism. Challenge yourself to master the terminology and concepts related to this important topic in microbiology.
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