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The actinobacteria of the genus Streptomyces are of immense importance to both ecological and human welfare. Which of the following antibiotics are derived from the members of genus Streptomyces?

  1. Penicillin, Streptomycin, Griseofulvin

  2. Chloramphenicol, Griseofulvin, Oxytetracycline

  3. Streptomycin, Chloramphenicol, Oxytetracycline

  4. Streptomycin, Oxytetracycline, Bacitracin

  5. Griseofulvin, Chloramphenicol, Penicillin
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Explanation

Streptomycin: Streptomyces griseus Chloramphenicol: Streptomyces venezuelae Oxytetracycline: Streptomyces rimosus All are derived from members of genus Streptomyces.

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