The mechanism of action of chloramphenicol is inhibition of synthesis of_____________?
Correct answer: C. Protein
- A. Cell wall
- B. Cell membrane
- C. Protein
- D. DNA
Explanation
Chloramphenicol binds the 50S ribosomal subunit and inhibits peptidyl-transferase, thereby blocking bacterial protein synthesis. It does not directly inhibit cell-wall, cell-membrane, or DNA synthesis.
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