Select the true statement about the bactericidal properties of benzalkonium chloride.
A. It binds to the bacterial DNA, alters its transcription, and causes lethal DNA damage to the bacterial cell.
B. It binds to a receptor on the ribosome and prevents lengthening of the protein chain.
C. It attacks the microorganism membrane at bactericidal concentrations and produces rapid cell leakage.
D. None of these are correct.
Answer: C
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