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Microbes in Human Welfare — BIOLOGY STD 12 Science — Question

Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 ScienceBIOLOGYMicrobes in Human Welfare2 Marks
Question
Name a bioactive molecule, its source organism and the purpose for which it is given to organ transplant patients.
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Answer

Cyclosporin A is a bioactive molecule given to organ transplant patients. It is obtained from a fungus Trichoderma polysporum. It is used as an immunosuppressive agent.

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