A new drug is found to act by blocking the incorporation of subunits into sterol molecules for the cell membrane. Which statement is true?
A. Most bacteria would be unaffected by this drug.
B. Only archaeal cells would be affected by this drug.
C. This kind of drug would destroy viruses only.
D. Only biofilms would be affected by this drug.
E. A drug with this mechanism would be an excellent antibiotic.
Answer: A
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