Denaturation of proteins by antimicrobial agents _____.
A)prevents viruses from infecting host cells
B)disrupts hydrogen and disulfide bonds
C)aids in preserving the shape and function of proteins
D)two of the above

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Antimicrobial agents can cause denaturation of protein molecules by disrupting the hydrogen and disulfide bonds responsible for maintaining protein structure. This can lead to loss of protein function and the inactivation of microbes that rely on these proteins for survival. This does not prevent viruses from infecting host cells nor aid in preserving the shape and function of proteins as stated in other choices.

Denaturation of Proteins by Antimicrobial Agents _____