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Penicillin, the first antibiotic, was discovered from which fungus?

  • A Aspergillus niger
  • B Trichoderma polysporum
  • C Penicillium notatum
  • D Monascus purpureus

Correct answer: C. Penicillium notatum

Explanation: Penicillin was discovered by Alexander Fleming from Penicillium notatum (now also produced from Penicillium chrysogenum).

Concept context

Microorganisms in food, medicine, sewage treatment, biocontrol, and biofertilizers

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