Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Mode of action of enzymes

Mode of action of enzymes — practice question

The antibiotic penicillin stops cross-links forming between peptidoglycans during bacterial cell wall synthesis by inhibiting the enzyme transpeptidase. Which statements describe how penicillin acts on bacteria?

  • A1, 2 and 3
  • B1 and 2 only
  • C1 and 3 only
  • D2 and 3 only

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