Question
Biology Question on Microbes in human welfare
Highest number of antibiotics are produced by
A
Bacillus
B
Penicillium
C
Streptomyces
D
Cephalosporium
Answer
Streptomyces
Explanation
Solution
Streptomyces is the genus of the fungus. This group is known to be the largest producer of antibiotic in this world. The species are responsible for producing a maximum number of antibiotics. The number of the antibiotics which are produced increases every year. They synthesize the antibiotics which have a wide range of activity like antibacterial, antifungal and antiparasitic. They are also known to produce certain compounds which can act as immunosuppressants