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Multiple choice

The drug ergotine is obtained from

  1. pyronema

  2. claviceps

  3. albugo

  4. None of these

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Ergotine and other ergot alkaloids are produced by the fungus Claviceps purpurea, which infects rye and other cereal grains. This fungus has both historical significance (causing ergotism) and pharmaceutical applications.

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