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Maximum number of antibiotics are obtained from

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: B
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Sources of Antibiotics
	**Related Topics**: Microbiology, Pharmacology
	**Prerequisites**: Basic knowledge of antibiotics and their origins
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
	The question asks about the primary source of antibiotics.
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Recall where most antibiotics are derived from.
	   Reasoning:  Antibiotics are generally products of microbial metabolism. 
	2.  Identify the group of microorganisms that are the most prolific producers of antibiotics.
	    Working: Bacteria, particularly Actinobacteria, are well known for producing a large variety of antibiotics.
	3.  Select the correct option
	    Result: Option B is the correct answer
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] :x: Fungi are also a source of antibiotics, but not the maximum number.
[B] ✓: Bacteria are the most prolific source of antibiotics.
[C] :x: Viruses are not a source of antibiotics.
[D] :x: Plants can produce some antimicrobial compounds, but not the maximum number of antibiotics.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing the source of different antimicrobial compounds: Not all antimicrobial compounds are classified as antibiotics.
		2.  Overlooking that some fungi produce antibiotics: While some fungi like Penicillium produce antibiotics, bacteria are more prolific.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Remember that bacteria, especially those in the Actinobacteria group, are well known for antibiotic production.
		2. Associate antibiotics with microbial metabolism, especially in bacteria.

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Fungi

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The correct Option is "Bacteria"

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Virus

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Plants

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