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MIC 121 MIC 121 Test compilation 4 Objective Question

Question

The antibiotic penicillin is derived from _________.
Options
A Algae
B Yeast
C Mold
Correct Answer
D Bacteria
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Penicillin, discovered by Alexander Fleming, is produced by the fungus Penicillium, which is a type of mold.

Hint

Think of the genus name of the specific organism that produces penicillin.

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