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What is the difference between antibiotic and sulfa drugs? Give one example of each.

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### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Definition of Antibiotics**: - Antibiotics are antimicrobial drugs that can either kill bacteria or inhibit their growth. They are naturally derived from microorganisms or can be semi-synthetic. **Example**: Penicillin is a well-known antibiotic discovered by Alexander Fleming. It works by disrupting the cell wall synthesis of bacteria, leading to their death. 2. **Definition of Sulfa Drugs**: ...
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