JEE Main Chemistry question

Chemistry Chemistry in Everyday Life JEE Main

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Which of the following compounds is a narrow spectrum antibiotic?

(A)Ampicillin
(B)Penicillin GCorrect
(C)Chloramphenicol
(D)Tetracycline

Answer: (B)

Solution

Penicillin G has a narrow spectrum of antibacterial action, being effective mainly against Gram-positive bacteria. Ampicillin, Chloramphenicol, and Tetracycline are all

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Question ID VK-151621