Biology
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Question
Which of the following statement is incorrect about antibiotics?
A
They are used against microorganisms
B
They are always effective against bacteria
C
They are used in diseases like tuberculosis and pneumonia
D
They are derived from bacteria only
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A
They are used against microorganisms
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B
They are always effective against bacteria
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C
They are used in diseases like tuberculosis and pneumonia
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D
They are derived from bacteria only
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Explanation
The statement that antibiotics are derived from bacteria only is incorrect, since many antibiotics, such as penicillin, are derived from fungi.