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प्रश्न
Observe the figure and answer the following questions.
- Name the microorganism and the group to which it belongs.
- Name the food item on which the organism grows.
- Does it grow well in dry or in moist conditions?
- Is it safe to eat infected bread?
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उत्तर
- The microorganism is Rhizopus, also known as the bread mould. It belongs to the microbial group of fungi.
- The Rhizopus grows well on moist and stale bread.
- This organism grows well in moist conditions. Dry conditions inhibit its growth.
- No, Intake of fungus infected bread can cause harm by producing poisonous chemicals or toxins which adversely effects the proper functioning of our body.
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