How are antibiotics different from antibodies?
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Explanation:
- 1 ) Antibiotic is more effective against bacteria only 2) Antibodies are effective against bacteria,viruses and other chemical 3) Antibiotic kills the growth and development of bacteria. 4 ) Antibodies protect the body against disease
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Antibiotic:
- Antibiotic is a substance produced by one micro-organism that selectively inhibits the growth of another.
- Effective against bacteria only.
- Kills and inhibits the growth and development of bacteria.
- A few common examples of antibiotic are penicillin, Keflex, Zithromax.
Antibodies:
- Antibodies are Y-shaped proteins that are produced by the immune system to help stop foreign substances from harming the body.
- Effective against bacteria, viruses, or other chemicals.
- Protects the body against diseases.
- Different types of antibodies are IgM, IgG, IgA, IgD and IgE.
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