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MIC 121 microbiology roles in different fields. Objective Question
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Which of the following molds is specifically mentioned as the source of penicillin, the first antibiotic?
Options
A <i>Streptomyces</i>
B <i>Lactobacillus</i>
C <i>Penicillium</i>
Correct Answer
D <i>Saccharomyces cerevisiae</i>
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document states: 'penicillin, the first antibiotic, was derived from the mold Penicillium.'

Hint

The name of the mold sounds very similar to the antibiotic it produces.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: microbiology roles in different fields.
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 402 of 984
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