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Fig. 55. 1. Maize Smut (Ustilago zeae). Cells showing thread of mycelium 

 from cell to cell; (a) thread shows through; (fr) section of cut sheath and thread. 

 Smut, Spores in process of germination; each spore is sending out a tube with small 

 bodies. 3. The same, spores germinating in nutrient solution sprouting like yeast. 

 U. S. Dept. Agr. 4. Kernel Smut of Sorghum (Sphacelothrca S.i/v/ii) on Sorghum. 



passing- 

 Corn 

 lateral 

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