Enzymatic Inactivation of Antimicrobial Agents Quiz
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What is the process that occurs to antimicrobial agents due to enzymatic inactivation?

  • They are neutralized without any effect
  • They form stronger bonds with pathogens
  • They are broken down and rendered ineffective (correct)
  • They become more potent

    • How does enzymatic inactivation impact the effectiveness of antimicrobial agents?

  • It reduces their ability to kill or inhibit the growth of microorganisms (correct)
  • It has no effect on their effectiveness
  • It enhances their ability to target specific pathogens
  • It prolongs their shelf life

    • What is the consequence of enzymatic inactivation on antimicrobial agents?

  • It makes them resistant to microbial degradation
  • It has no impact on their antimicrobial activity
  • It compromises their ability to protect against infections (correct)
  • It increases their potency against a wide range of pathogens

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