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    Question

    First stage of Claviceps life

    cycle?
    A Ergot stage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Sclerotial stage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Honeydew stage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Ascospore stage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Conidial stage Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The Honeydew stage is the first stage of the life cycle of Claviceps, a fungal genus that causes ergot disease in cereal crops. During this stage, the fungus secretes a sticky substance (honeydew) that attracts insects, helping to spread the fungal spores to other plants.

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