Question

mckennon, jason
viruses and bacteria can infect humans. which of the following pathogens contain structures that are targeted by antibiotics?
a only viruses
b only bacteria
c all viruses and all bacteria
d all bacteria and some viruses

Explanation:

Antibiotics target bacterial structures (like cell walls, ribosomes) to inhibit growth. Viruses lack these bacterial - like structures and antibiotics are ineffective against them (antiviral drugs are different). So only bacteria have structures targeted by antibiotics.

Answer:

B. only bacteria