Fungi that can grow parasitically on their host as well as by themselves on artificial growth media are:
Correct answer: D. Facultative Parasites
- A. Predators
- B. Obligate Parasites
- C. Oppurtunitistic Parasites
- D. Facultative Parasites
- E. Mutualists
Explanation
Therefore, the correct option is "facultative parasites" because they can grow and survive both as parasites on a host organism and independently on artificial growth media. Facultative parasites have the flexibility to exploit host organisms when available but can also adapt to alternative sources of nutrients when necessary.
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