Penicillium is a genus of ascomycetous fungi that includes species producing the antibiotic Penicillin. It was discovered by Alexander Fleming in 1928 and is responsible for the production of various antibiotics and is also used in cheese production.
Penicillium is a .
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Penicillium is a _________.
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Held on 6 Oct 2022 · Verified 13 Jul 2026.
Options
- A
Virus
- B
Algae
- C
Fungi
- D
Bacteria
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