NEET 2006 Biology question
Which of the following environmental conditions are essential for optimum growth of Mucor on a piece of bread ? A. Temperature of about 25C B. Temperature of about 5C C. Relative humidity of about 5% D. Relative humidity of about 95% E. A shady place F. A brightly illuminated place Choose the answer from the following options
Answer: (2)
Solution
Mucor is a saprophytic bread mould that grows best at moderate (room) temperature of about 25 degrees C, in high humidity (about 95%) and in the dark or a shady place (light is not needed since it is a non-photosynthetic fungus). So
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