Question

The first antibiotic was discovered accidentally by A while working on B. ‘A’ and ‘B’ are:

• A. A – Waksman; B – Streptococcus
• B. A – Fleming; B – Penicillium notatum
• C. A – Waksman; B – Bacillus brevis
• D. A – Fleming; B – Staphylococci

Hint:

The discovery of penicillin marked the beginning of the antibiotic era, revolutionizing medicine.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: Initial Antibiotic Discovery.
In 1928, Alexander Fleming identified the first antibiotic, penicillin.

Step 2: Research Observation.
He noted that the mold Penicillium notatum prevented Staphylococci bacteria from multiplying.