Asked by ahmed aldaghistani on Jul 08, 2024
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The fungus that causes black stem rust of wheat belongs to which fungal group?
A) Ascomycetes
B) Zygomycetes
C) Basidiomycetes
D) Chytridiomycetes
E) Glomeromycetes
Black Stem Rust
A fungal disease caused by Puccinia graminis that affects cereals and grasses, characterized by dark rust pustules on stems and leaves.
Ascomycetes
A large phylum of fungi characterized by the formation of spores in saclike structures called asci.
Zygomycetes
A class of fungi characterized by their life cycle, which includes the formation of a zygospore during sexual reproduction.
- Recognize particular fungi detrimental to human health and agricultural crops.
Verified Answer
SB
Sarrah BishopJul 09, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
The fungus that causes black stem rust of wheat is Puccinia graminis, which belongs to the Basidiomycetes group.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize particular fungi detrimental to human health and agricultural crops.