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Which of the following primary metabolite is produced by Streptomyces erythreus?

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Which of the following primary metabolite is produced by Streptomyces erythreus?

(a) Penicillin

(b) Cephalosporin

(c) Gibberellin

(d) Erythromycin

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Origin of the question is Media Design for Bioprocesses topic in division Equipping a Fermentation Laboratory, the Design and Preparation of Media for Bioprocesses of Fermentation Technology

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The correct option is (d) Erythromycin

The explanation: The primary metabolite is produced by Streptomyces erythreus is Erythromycin. It is used in the production of antibiotic which is useful in the treatment of a variety of bacterial infections and many respiratory tract infections like bronchitis, pneumonia, etc.

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