Q. Name the fungus that is edible.
A) $Penicillium$
B) $Mucor$
C) $Rhizopus$
D) $Morchella$
Explanation
$Morchella\ esculenta$is an edible fungus grown in Punjab and Kashmir. Mushrooms are preferred for food, as these have a large amount of protein (21-30%) and are also rich in vitamins, carbohydrates, minerals and amino acids.
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