Biology · Microbiology and Antibiotics
The table below describes the effect of various antibiotics on protein translation in bacteria. Column X (Antibiotic)Column Y (Mechanism of action)A. Erythromycin(i) Binds to 23S rRNA in the 50S subunit of the ribosome and inhibits translocationB. Chloramphenicol(ii) Binds to 50S ribosomal subunit and inhibits peptidyl transferase activityC. Tetracycline(iii) Binds to 30S ribosomal subunit interfering with binding of aminoacyl tRNAD. Streptomycin(iv) Binds to 16S rRNA in the 30S subunit of the ribosome causing misreading Which one of the following options represents all correct matches between Column X and Column Y?
Verified Solution4 OptionsUpdated: October 2026👁️1 View
Share:
- 1A - ii, B - iii, C - iv, D - i
- 2A - iii, B - i, C - ii, D - iv
- 3A - i, B - iii, C - ii, D - iv
- 4A - i, B - ii, C - iii, D - iv✓
Correct answer
A - i, B - ii, C - iii, D - iv
Download Single Question PDF
Save this question and verified answer as a clean study sheet with live clickable link.
👥
Share with Friends & Study Groups
Challenge your peer aspirants on WhatsApp or Telegram to solve this question!
Online Test Series
Start Free Mock Test →Preparing for Biology?
Practice full-length mock tests with real exam timers, instant score analysis, and all-India ranking.
Chapter Practice
Practice Microbiology and Antibiotics MCQs →Want more practice questions on Microbiology and Antibiotics?
Solve complete topic-wise tests with detailed solutions on GkGet.
Related Practice Questions
Recommended practice questions in Biology · Microbiology and Antibiotics