WAEC Biology 2001 Question 55

Question 55

Microorganisms and Health

In medicine, bacteria have proved very useful due to the production of

  1. A.nitrate
  2. B.antibiotics
  3. C.cured tobacco
  4. D.tanned leather
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (antibiotics)

Explanation

Some bacteria (such as Streptomyces) produce antibiotics like streptomycin used to treat infections.