Give three examples of fungi. Can fungi cause plant diseases? Name a few.
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Three examples of fungi are Bread mould, Penicillium and Aspergillus.

Yes, a fungus is a common pathogen that causes plant diseases.
For example -
- Rust of Wheat
- Apple Scab
- Septoria Leaf Blotch
are all examples of fungal plant diseases.

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