: Inhibiting the "unzipping" of DNA for replication. Metabolic enzymes : Blocking pathways like folate synthesis.
: Specifically refers to antimicrobial substances naturally produced by microorganisms (like penicillin) or their semi-synthetic derivatives. antimicrobic
"Antimicrobic" is a broad term used for any compound that . While often used interchangeably with "antibiotic," there are key distinctions: : Inhibiting the "unzipping" of DNA for replication
Exercise #31: Antimicrobic Sensitivity Testing: The Kirby-Bauer Method antimicrobic
: Antibiotic-impregnated discs are placed on a bacterial "lawn." The resulting Zone of Inhibition (the clear area where no growth occurs) is measured to categorize the organism as Sensitive (S) , Intermediate (I) , or Resistant (R) .
: Stopping the creation of vital enzymes and structures.
: Disrupting the structure that protects the bacteria.