AIPMT PRELIMS2002Botany-Plant Pathology

AIPMT PRELIMS 2002 Botany Mycotoxins MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11

Which of the following secretes toxins during storage conditions of crop plants:

A

Aspergillus

B

Penicillium

C

Fusarium

D

Colletotrichum

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Aspergillus species can produce aflatoxins, which are toxic compounds that contaminate stored crops.

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