SATHEE: Biological Classification Ques 28

Biological Classification Ques 28

28. Which one of the following fungi contains hallucinogens?

(a) Morchella esculenta

(b) Amanita muscaria

(c) Neurospora sp.

(d) Ustilago sp.

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Answer : b

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(b) Several mushrooms such as Amanita muscaria, Psilocybe mexicana and Panaeolus spp. secrete hallucinogenic substances like psilocybin and psilocin. These substances may destroy brain cells and power of perception in human beings.

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Biological Classification

Biological Classification Ques 28

28. Which one of the following fungi contains hallucinogens?

Answer : b

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