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MIC 121 Role and Applications of Microorganisms Objective Question
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Vancomycin is an antibiotic used for treating serious Gram-positive infections, including MRSA. Which microorganism is its source?
Options
A <i>Streptomyces griseus</i>
B <i>Penicillium notatum</i>
C <i>Amycolatopsis orientalis</i>
Correct Answer
D <i>Streptomyces venezuelae</i>
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The table 'Antibiotics from Microorganisms Cont.' on page 5 indicates that Vancomycin is sourced from Amycolatopsis orientalis (formerly Streptomyces orientalis).

Hint

This antibiotic is particularly important for resistant bacterial strains like MRSA.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Role and Applications of Microorganisms
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 521 of 984
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