Which of the following is a true statement about chytrid fungus?
I Climate change may be increasing its effects on amphibians
II) It is responsible for die-offs in more than 500 species
III) Under certain circumstances, it has infected and killed more than 85% of the amphibians present.
A) I
B) II
C) III
D) I and II are both true
E) I and III are both true

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Both statements I and III are true. Climate change can exacerbate the spread of chytrid fungus, and under certain circumstances, it has caused significant amphibian mortality, with some cases killing over 85% of the population. Statement II is incorrect as chytrid fungus is known to affect over 700 species of amphibians, not just 500.

Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Chytrid