A researcher discovers a chemical compound which prevents the incorporation of ergosterol in the plasma membrane We can predict that this compound would be toxic to which kinds of organisms?

A) bacteria B) animals C) viruses D) fungi E) plants


Answer: D

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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