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1.	Question : List any two bioactive molecules of fungal origin and explain how those molecules help in restoring good health in humans.
Answer» Solution :a) Cyclosporin A- produced by the fungus Trichoderma polysporum, is used as an IMMUNO suppressive agent in organ- transplant patients. b) Statins- produced by the yeast Monascus purpureus have been commercialised as blood cholesterol LOWERING agents by COMPETITIVELY inhibiting the ENZYME responsible for SYNTHESIS of cholesterol.

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