Which of the following statements is incorrect for antibiot…

Chemistry Chemistry In Every Day Life ( Not In Syllabus ) JEE Main 2023 Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 13, 2026

Which of the following statements is incorrect for antibiotics?

An antibiotic must be a product of metabolism.

An antibiotic is a synthetic substance produced as a structural analogue of naturally occurring antibiotic.

An antibiotic should promote the growth or survival of microorganisms,

An antibiotic should be effective in low concentrations.

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An antibiotic should not promote growth or survival of microorganisms. Antibiotics should inhibit growth of microbes.

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