2002 · Q38
Substances which are obtained from micro organisms but used to destroy micro organisms are
General ScienceBiology
- AAntigens
- BAntibiotics
- CAntibodies
- DAntiseptics
Explanation
Antibiotics such as penicillin (from the mould Penicillium) are substances obtained from micro-organisms but used to destroy or inhibit other micro-organisms. Antigens (A) provoke immunity, antibodies (C) are immune proteins made by the body, and antiseptics (D) are chemical disinfectants, not microbial products. Hence (B) is correct.