Phytophthora ramorum, the fungus causing sudden oak death, has been spread to uninfected forests on the boots of hikers; what reproductive method is most likely responsible?

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Phytophthora ramorum reproduces asexually through the formation of spores. When hikers disturb infected plants, the fungus releases spores that can settle on the hiker's shoes or boots. From there, the spores can be transported to new locations, leading to the spread of the fungus.

Phytophthora Ramorum, the Fungus Causing Sudden Oak Death, Has Been