Many antibiotics work by blocking the function of ribosomes.Therefore,these antibiotics will:

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Antibiotics that block the function of ribosomes prevent protein synthesis. Ribosomes are cellular structures responsible for translating the genetic code stored in RNA into proteins. By blocking the function of ribosomes, antibiotics prevent bacteria from producing the proteins they need to survive and replicate. Blocking DNA synthesis (A) or RNA synthesis (C) would not directly affect protein synthesis. Preventing the movement of proteins through nuclear pores (D) and making the two nuclear membranes fuse into one (E) are not related to the function of ribosomes or the mechanism of action of antibiotics.

Many Antibiotics Work by Blocking the Function of Ribosomes