Which of the Characteristics Apply to an Ideal Antimicrobial Agent

Question

Which of the characteristics apply to an ideal antimicrobial agent
A)Allergenic
B)Instability
C)Short shelf life
D)Selective toxicity

Accepted Answer

An ideal antimicrobial agent should have selective toxicity, which means it should target only the pathogenic microorganisms and not harm the host. Allergenicity, instability, and short shelf life are undesirable characteristics of an antimicrobial agent.