Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, Penicillin, from: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, Penicillin, from:
A. Escherichia coli
B. Streptomyces griseus
C. Penicillium notatum
D. Bacillus subtilis
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Alexander Fleming, a Scottish bacteriologist, discovered penicillin in 1928. He returned from a vacation to find that a Petri dish containing Staphylococcus bacteria had been accidentally contaminated by a mold. He noticed a clear zone around the mold where the bacteria had been killed. The mold was identified as Penicillium notatum, and the antibacterial substance was named penicillin.

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Consider statements about genetics: 1. A gene is a segment of DNA that codes for a protein. 2. Alleles are alternative forms of a gene. 3. The phenotype is the genetic makeup of an organism. Which are correct?
A. 1, 2 and 3
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1 and 2 only

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
A gene is a specific sequence of nucleotides in DNA that serves as the fundamental unit of heredity, typically coding for a specific protein or RNA molecule. Alleles are different versions or alternative forms of the same gene that occupy the same locus on homologous chromosomes and determine variations in a trait. The genotype is the genetic makeup of an organism, while the phenotype is the observable physical or biochemical characteristics. Thus, statements 1 and 2 are correct.

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Question #2
The enzyme that catalyzes the synthesis of RNA primer during DNA replication is:
A. Helicase
B. DNA polymerase
C. Primase
D. Ligase

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Primase is an RNA polymerase that synthesizes short RNA primers complementary to the DNA template, providing a free 3'-OH for DNA polymerase to begin synthesis. Helicase unwinds, polymerase extends, ligase joins.

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Pneumatophores, specialized roots that grow vertically upwards to facilitate gas exchange in swampy areas, are found in:
A. Rhizophora
B. Nepenthes
C. Cuscuta
D. Orchids

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Pneumatophores are negative geotropic, spongy roots that grow upwards out of the water or mud to obtain oxygen in anaerobic, waterlogged soils. They are a characteristic adaptation of mangrove plants like Rhizophora (mangrove). Orchids have epiphytic aerial roots, Cuscuta has parasitic haustoria, and Nepenthes has modified pitcher leaves for insectivory.

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