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Common bread mould is...

Common bread mould is

A

Aspergillus

B

Penicillium

C

Erysiphe

D

Rhizopus.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Molds**: Molds are a type of fungus that grow in multicellular filaments known as hyphae. They are classified as microscopic fungi. 2. **Analyzing the Options**: - **Option 1: Aspergillus**: This is not a bread mold. Aspergillus is a fungus known for causing diseases in humans. - **Option 2: Penicillium**: While this is a fungus, it is not the common bread mold. Penicillium is known for its role in drug production (like penicillin) and some food items. - **Option 3: Adhesive**: This refers to a pathogen that primarily affects plants, causing powdery mildew. It is not related to bread molds. - **Option 4: Rhizopus**: This is the correct answer. Rhizopus is commonly known as the common bread mold and belongs to the group of fungi called Zygomycetes. 3. **Conclusion**: The common bread mold is identified as Rhizopus, which is the only correct option among the given choices. **Final Answer**: The common bread mold is **Rhizopus**. ---
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