Question

A compound produced by an organism that inhibits the growth of another micro-organism is called

• A. Antiseptic
• B. Antibiotic
• C. Anticoagulent
• D. Antibodies

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Antibiotic

Antiseptic are antimicrobial substances prevents growth of disease causing organisms.

Antibiotic is a compound produced by an organism that inhibits the growth of other micro-organisms

Anticoagulent are chemical substances that prevent or reduce blood coagulation.

Antibodies or immunoglobulin is a protein used to neutralize pathogens.

So, the correct answer is 'Antibiotic'.