Fungi that can grow only on their living host and cannot be grown on available defined growth culture medium are called:
Correct answer: C. Obligate Parasites
- A. Autotrophs
- B. Saprotrophs
- C. Obligate Parasites
- D. Facultative Parasites
- E. Predators
Explanation
the correct option is "obligate parasites" because they are the only ones among the given options that can only grow on their living host and cannot be cultivated on available defined growth culture media. Obligate parasites have evolved specific adaptations to exploit and rely entirely on their host organisms for their growth, reproduction, and nutrition.
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