What would you predict as a likely consequence of eradicating all fungi from soil before sowing it with plant seeds?
A) Although the plants might grow, they would be unlikely to thrive due to the lack of mycorrhizal fungi.
B) The plants would grow much more vigorously because they would not have to compete with fungi for nutrients.
C) The plants would grow much more vigorously because they would not need to fight off fungal diseases.
D) No plants would be able to grow because mycorrhizal fungi are essential for the germination of seeds.
E) The plants would grow as normal because the presence or absence of fungi has no impact on plants. Mycorrhizal fungi exist in mutualistic relationships with most plants, enhancing their growth.
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