Antibiotics are chemicals produced by molds like penicillium against ____.

virus

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protozoa

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fungi

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bacteria

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Solution

The correct option is D bacteria
Antibiotics are chemicals that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria and are used to treat bacterial infections.
They are produced in nature by molds and soil bacteria also. Penicillium is a mold that produces a chemical penicillin that inhibits the growth of bacteria.

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Consider the given assertion and reason, choose the right option.

Assertion [A] : Antibiotics are produced by bacteria and fungi.

Reason [R] : Antibiotics are not effective against viruses.

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