Name the fungus that is often used in experimental genetics.

Rhizopus

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Puccinia

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Agaricus

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Neurospora

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The correct option is D Neurospora
The fungus Neurospora is often used in experimental genetics because it has short life cycle and can be easily studied. It is easy to grow. It has a haploid life cycle, hence the dominant and recessive characters can be easily studied.

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