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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Antibiotics**: Antibiotics are chemical substances that are used to fight against bacteria. They can either kill bacteria (bactericidal) or inhibit their growth (bacteriostatic). 2. **Identifying Common Antibiotics**: Some of the most commonly used antibiotics include: - **Penicillin**: One of the first antibiotics discovered and widely used to treat various bacterial infections. - **Ampicillin**: A type of penicillin that is effective against a broader range of bacteria. - **Ciprofloxacin**: A fluoroquinolone antibiotic that is effective against a variety of bacterial infections. ...
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