From which micro-organism streptomycin is prepared?

Streptomyces venezuelan

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Streptomyces griseus

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Streptomyces fradiae

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Streptomyces griseus
Streptomycin is an antibiotic (antimycobacterial) drug. It was the first effective treatment for tuberculosis. It is derived from the actinobacterium Streptomyces griseus. Streptomycin is a bactericidal antibiotic.

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