UPSC Prelims 2023 · GS Paper 1 · Q86

Environment

Medium · Fungal properties and uses

Consider the following statements about mushrooms and other fungi:

1. Some mushroom species have documented medicinal properties.

2. Some mushroom species have psychoactive (hallucinogenic) properties.

3. Some fungal species have insecticidal properties, used to control insect pests.

4. Some fungal species are bioluminescent, emitting a visible glow in the dark.

How many of the above statements are correct?