Question

Alexander Fleming discovered penicillin while working on which of the following bacteria?

• A. Streptococcus
• B. Acetobacter
• C. Staphylococcus
• D. Lactobacillus

Hint:

Penicillin was the first antibiotic discovered, marking the beginning of the antibiotic era.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Discovery of penicillin.
Alexander Fleming observed that the fungus \textit{Penicillium notatum} released a substance that inhibited the growth of bacteria.
Step 2: Bacterial target.
The bacterium used in Fleming’s experiments was Staphylococcus.
Step 3: Conclusion.
Thus, penicillin was discovered while working on Staphylococcus.