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Biology Question on biological classification

Which of the following fungi is a parasite on mustard plant and causes the disease white rust of crucifers?

A

Albugo Candida

B

Puccinia graminis tritici

C

Saccharomyces cerevisiae

D

Ustilago hordei

Answer

Albugo Candida

Explanation

Solution

White rust occurs in crucifers and is characterised by the appearance of irregular white blisters containing conidiosporangia on the leaves and stems. White rust is caused by Albugo Candida (Cystopus candidus).