Question

You are working in a laboratory producing new antibiotics for human and veterinary use. One compound with potential value inhibits the action of prokaryotic ribosomes. The compound however was shown to inhibit the growth of animal cells in culture. What is one possible explanation for its effect on animal cells?

Answer 1

Answer:

1.The antibiotic may be not that selective, It might be inhibiting the action of eukaryotic ribosomes too. 2. Penicillin interferes with peptidoglycan cell wall biosynthesis which makes it selectively