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Which of the following is not an antibiotic?

  • (A) Morphine
  • (B) Penicillin
  • (C) Streptomycin
  • (D) Chloramphenicol

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ApprovedApproved Tutor Answer10 Months ago

To determine which option is not an antibiotic, let's look at each choice:

Options Breakdown

  • Morphine: This is a pain-relieving medication and is classified as an opioid, not an antibiotic.
  • Penicillin: A well-known antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections.
  • Streptomycin: Another antibiotic, effective against certain bacterial infections.
  • Chloramphenicol: This is also an antibiotic, used for various infections.

Final Answer

The correct answer is (A) Morphine, as it does not have antibiotic properties.