An antiviral that is a guanine analog would have an antiviral mode of action that
A)blocks penetration.
B)blocks DNA replication.
C)inhibits peptidoglycan cross-linking.
D)blocks maturation.
E)bonds to ergosterol in the cell membrane.

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Guanine analogs, such as acyclovir, work by incorporating into viral DNA during replication and blocking further DNA synthesis. This ultimately leads to a decrease in viral replication and an antiviral effect.

An Antiviral That Is a Guanine Analog Would Have an Antiviral