Penicillins and cephalosporins

A. block the peptidases that cross-link glycan molecules.
B. attach to the 30S ribosomal subunit and disrupt protein synthesis.
C. are metabolic analogs of PABA and block folic acid synthesis.
D. damage cell membranes.
E. interfere with DNA synthesis.


Answer: A

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