Abstract
Induction appeared to be the primary means by which the side chain at position 3 of the cephem nucleus influences the chemical reactivity of the .beta.-lactam ring. In vitro antibacterial activity data suggested that when the cephalosporin is in the active site of the target bacterial enzymes, the presence of a leaving group in the side chain can promote inhibition.

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