Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 185

Question: Which of the following secretes toxins during storage conditions of crop plants [CBSE PMT 2002]

Options:

A) Fusarium

B) Pencillium

C) Aspergillus

D) Colletotrichum

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Answer:

Correct Answer: C

Solution:

Aspergillus flavus grows on stored cereal grains, groundnut and areca nut produce a carcinogenic toxin called aflatoxin.