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Trichoderma species are free living and are effective biocontrol agents of several plant pathogens. They are:

A

Bacteria

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Fungi

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Viruses

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Nematodes

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Solution

The correct option is B Fungi
Trichoderma are fungi species.
Bacteria and viruses are also biocontrol agents.

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