Q. Ergotism occurs due to

A
Aspergillus flavus
B
Satius
C
Claviceps fusiformis
D
Argemone mexicana
Solution:

Ergot or ergot fungi refers to a group of fungi of the genus Claviceps. The most prominent member of this group is Claviceps purpurea (“rye ergot fungus”).

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