Neet Solved Paper 2015 Question 1

Question: Which one of the following matches is correct?

Options:

A) Phytophthora Aseptate mycelium Basidiomycetes

B) Altemaria Sexual reproduction absent Deuteromycetes

C) Mucor Reproduction by conjugation Ascomycetes

D) Agancus Parasitic fungus Basidiomycetes

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

  • Phytophthora is not a Basidiomycete; it belongs to the Oomycetes and has aseptate mycelium.
  • Altemaria (likely referring to Alternaria) is a Deuteromycete, and sexual reproduction is typically absent in this group.
  • Mucor is a Zygomycete, not an Ascomycete, and it reproduces by conjugation.
  • Agaricus (likely referring to Agaricus) is a Basidiomycete, but it is not a parasitic fungus; it is a saprophytic fungus.