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Published on: August 21, 2026
Which one of the following is incorrect about antibiotics?
(i) First antibiotic was discovered by Alexander Flemming.
(ii) The term 'antibiotic' was coined by 
. Waksman in 1942.
(ii) Some persons can be allergic to a particular antibiotic.
(iv) Each antibiotic is effective only against one particular kind of germ.
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
Antibiotic is a chemical substance, produced by some microbes and kills the growth of other disease causing microbes. Each antibiotic is effective against all kinds of germs.
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