Which of the following microorganism destroys the seed?
A
Fungi
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B
Plasmodium
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C
Algae
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D
None of the above
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Solution
The correct option is A Fungi The most common microorganism that destroys the seed is fungi. If the moisture content of the seed is higher, it results in growth of fungus in seeds. Fungus can damage the seeds before it emerges from the soil. It causes seed rot.