Ampicillin, Amoxicillin, Mezlocillin, and Penicillin G All Have ______

Question

Ampicillin, amoxicillin, mezlocillin, and penicillin G all have ______.
A) a semisynthetic nature
B) a beta-lactam ring
C) resistance to the action of penicillinase
D) an expanded spectrum of activity

Accepted Answer

Ampicillin, amoxicillin, mezlocillin, and penicillin G all contain a beta-lactam ring, which is crucial for their antibacterial activity. This structure allows them to inhibit the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to the death of the bacteria.