Biological Classification Question 97
97. Which of the following secretes toxins during storage conditions of crop plants?
(a) Aspergillus
(b) Penicillium
(c) Fusarium
(d) Colletotrichum
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Answer : a
Hints & Solutions
(a) Aspergillus flavus produces carcinogenic fungus toxin (Aflatoxin) during storage condition of crop plant. Aflatoxins are poisonous carcinogens and mutagens that are produced by certain molds (Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus) which grow in soil, decaying vegetation, hay, and grains.
