What is a broad spectrum antibiotic? Name a broad spectrum antibiotic and source organism.​

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A broad spectrum antibiotic is one which can inhibit the growth of both G +ve & G -ve bacteria.

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A broad spectrum antibiotic is one which can inhibit the growth of both gram positive and gram negative bacteria. For example, tetracycline, which is obtained from Streptomyces aureofaciens.

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