Which statement about the action of penicillin is FALSE?

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Which statement about the action of penicillin is FALSE?
L. Gram-negative bacilli are usually resistant
M. Interferes with normal murein synthesis
N. Mammalian cells unaffected
O. Most effective against resting organisms
P. Serious hypersensitivity reactions may occur

Ayushi Answered question August 14, 2024

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score 0 · Answer 1 · 2024-08-14T09:32:58+00:00

O. Most effective against resting organisms

Penicillin is generally more effective against actively growing bacteria because it interferes with the synthesis of the bacterial cell wall, which occurs during cell division.