Which functional group on penicillin forms a complex with transpeptidase of the bacterial wall?
A) sulfide
B) amine
C) hydroxyl
D) carbonyl

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The functional group on penicillin that forms a complex with transpeptidase of the bacterial wall is the carbonyl group. This group forms a covalent bond with a serine residue in the active site of transpeptidase, inhibiting its function and preventing the formation of the bacterial cell wall.

Which Functional Group on Penicillin Forms a Complex with Transpeptidase