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Ergot of Rye is caused by a species of...

Ergot of Rye is caused by a species of

A

Phytophthora

B

Uncinula

C

Ustilago

D

Claviceps

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D
(d) the fungus Claviceps purpurea is responsible for ergot disease of rye which lowers the yield of rye plant.
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