Question

Define are antibiotics? Explain their source of production? Give two examples of commonly used
antibiotics in hospital. Differentiate between a bactericidal and a bacteriostatic antibiotic. 

07 Aug 2026
Answer :
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Antibiotics are chemical substances produced by microorganisms or obtained synthetically, which inhibit or destroy disease-causing bacteria. They are mainly produced from microorganisms such
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