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Question

What is the primary reason antibiotics can target prokaryotic ribosomes without affecting eukaryotic ribosomes?

Accepted Answer

Prokaryotic ribosomes have a different structure and size compared to eukaryotic ribosomes.

Answer

Eukaryotic ribosomes are located in the nucleus, while prokaryotic ribosomes are in the cytoplasm.

Answer

Prokaryotic ribosomes are larger than eukaryotic ribosomes.

Answer

Antibiotics are unable to penetrate eukaryotic cells.