Toxin is secreted during storage condition by

Fusarium

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Colletotrichum

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Penicillium

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Aspergillus

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Solution

The correct option is C Aspergillus
Aspergillus flavus that grows on stored cereal grains, groundnut, produces a carcinogenic toxin called aflatoxin.
Aflatoxins are poisonous carcinogens and mutagens that are produced by certain molds that grow in soil, decaying vegetation, hay, and grains. Hence,
The toxin is secreted during storage conditions by Aspergillus.
So, the correct answer is "Aspergillus'.

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