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The reduction division in the life cycle of Rhizopus occurs

A

At the time of germination of zygospores

B

During the formation of germ sporangium

C

During asexual reproduction

D

During the formation of gametangium

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The zygospores are the only diploid phase of Rhizopus stalinifer reproduction. They are composed of two suspensor cells which are the former gametangia or hyphae. After the zygospore has fully formed meiosis occurs and haploid spores are formed and dispersed.
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