The common fungicide used in preventing growth of fungus on herbarium specimens is

Copper sulphate

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Lime

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Mercuric chloride

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Solution

The correct option is C Mercuric chloride
The common fungicide used in preventing growth of fungus on herbarium specimens is mercuric chloride. It is highly toxic compound that volatilizes slightly at ordinary temperature and appreciably at 100 degrees Celsius. Mercuric chloride is corrosive to mucous membranes and used as a topical antiseptic and disinfectant.
So, the correct option is 'Mercuric chloride'.

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