Question

Which of the following environmental conditions are essential for optimum growth of Mucor on a piece of bread?

1. Temperature of about 25°C
2. Temperature of about 5°C
3. Relative humidity of about 5%
4. Relative humidity of about 95%
5. A shady place
6. A brightly illuminated place

Choose the answer from the following options:

• A. A, C and E only
• B. A, D and E only
• C. B, D and E only
• D. B, C and F only

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

A, D and E only

Answer 2

The environmental conditions that are essential for the optimum growth of Mucor on a piece of bread are:
A. Temperature of about 25°C
D. Relative humidity of about 95%
E. A shady place

So, the correct answer is (B): A, D, and E only