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Antibiotics

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Antibiotic Discovery: From Trial and Error to Breakthroughs

This chapter traces the early history of antibiotics, exploring the trial and error process that led to the discovery of molds and plants with antibiotic properties. It highlights the accidental breakthrough made by Alexander Fleming with the discovery of penicillin, the first antibiotic.

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