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Streptomyces griseus gives which of the following antibiotic?

A
Chloramphenicol
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Streptomycin
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Tetracycline
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Penicillin
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Solution

The correct option is B Streptomycin
Streptomyces griseus is a rod-shaped, spore-forming bacterium commonly found in soil. It helps to naturally decompose organic matter. It is a streptomycin producer and can also sometimes be found in deep sea sediment.
So, the correct answer is option B.

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