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Which oomycetous fungi contains both chitin and cellulose?

A. Pythium

B. Phytophthora

C. Apodachlya

D. Peronospora

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Apodachlya oomycetes fungi contain both chitin and cellulose.
Apodachlya is characterized by the structure of their hyphae, which are constricted into septae-like structures which enclose cellulin plugs, preventing the loss of cytoplasm in the case of cell rupture.
Apodachlya sp has Chitin and cellulose in the cell walls of the oomycete.

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