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Aspergillus There are more than 100 species of aspergillus. Like all fungi, aspergillus needs water, oxygen and good to grow. Aspergillus is a thermophilic fungi, which means that it likes heat and will grow at body temperature or higher. It is xerophilic, which means it can obtain moisture from the air if humidity is at 60% or higher. Uses Aspergillus niger is used to make citric acid. Photos
Aspergillus fumigatus can cause eye infections in humans and pulmonary infections in birds. Aspergillus ochraceous, aspergillus parasiticus, aspergillus niger, aspergillus clavatus, aspergillus versicolor and aspergillus flavus, aspergillus terreus and aspergillus nidulansm can cause illness when eaten. Some people are allergic to aspergillus. Aspergillus Basics Temperature: High, 98 degrees or above Food: Cellulose materials (cloth, cardboard, leather) Water: Can pluck water vapor from humid air. Will not grow if the relative humidity is under 60%. Potential allergen: Yes Sources Barron, George, Moulds in Homes, Schools and Workplaces, April 2001 |
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