Question

Name any two species of fungus, which are used in the production of the antibiotics.

Answer 1

Antibiotics are the chemical substance produced by the microorganisms like bacteria and fungi and used in the treatment and prevention of diseases that are caused by other bacteria and parasites. They may either kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria.

The common species of fungus used in the production of antibiotics are:

1. Penicillium notatum which is the source of Penicillin.

2. Cephalosporin acremonium which is the source of Cephalosporin.