Fungi are virtually the only organisms capable of breaking down

cellulose

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chitin

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lignin

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starch

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The correct option is C
lignin

Fungi are involved in lignin biodegradation (rotting) and are capable of breaking down this highly recalcitrant material completely into carbon dioxide and water. The enzymes involved are known to preferentially degrade lignin from wood over cellulose and other polysaccharides.

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