Question

Which Ascomycetes has been used extensively in biochemical and genetic work. 
1. Monascus
2. Cladosporium
3. Neurospora.
4. Erysiphales

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 3 : Neurospora.

The correct answer is Neurospora.

 

• Neurospora is a genus of Ascomycete fungi.
  • ​It is used extensively in biochemical and genetic work.
  • The best-known species in this genus is 'Neurospora crass.
• Cladosporium is one of the most common fungi in outdoor air
  • It is an important factor in plant disease, which attacks the leaves and fruits of many plants.
• Monascus species can produce yellow, orange, and red pigments.
  • They are classified as natural pigments and it is used usually for the coloration of meat, fishes, cheese, beer, and pates.
  • These pigments also present antimicrobial activity on pathogenic microorganisms and other beneficial effects to the health.
• Erysiphales is known as 'powdery mildew'.
  • It is the cause of many plant diseases.