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Streptomycin is obtained from...

Streptomycin is obtained from

A

Streptomyces antibioticus

B

Streptomyces nodosus

C

Streptomyces griseus

D

Streptomyces ramosus

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Identify the Question:** The question asks for the source of the antibiotic streptomycin. 2. **Understand the Context:** Streptomycin is an antibiotic that is particularly effective against mycobacterial infections, including tuberculosis. 3. **Examine the Options:** The options provided are: - A) Streptomyces antibioticus - B) Streptomyces nursus - C) Streptomyces griseus - D) Streptomyces remusus 4. **Recall Information About Streptomycin:** Streptomycin is known to be derived from a specific species of bacteria. It is important to know which species produces this antibiotic. 5. **Identify the Correct Bacteria:** The correct species that produces streptomycin is **Streptomyces griseus**. 6. **Conclude the Answer:** Therefore, the correct answer to the question "Streptomycin is obtained from" is **C) Streptomyces griseus**. ---
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