When pathogenic fungi are found growing on the roots of grape vines, grape farmers sometimes respond by covering the ground around their vines with plastic sheeting and pumping a gaseous fungicide into the soil. Which of the following results might be a concern for the grape farmers who engage in this practice?
A) fungicide might also kill the native yeasts residing on the surfaces of the grapes
B) lichens growing on the vines' branches are not harmed
C) fungicide might also kill mycorrhizae
D) sheeting is transparent so that photosynthesis can continue

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The fungicide might also kill mycorrhizae, which are beneficial fungi that help the grapevines absorb nutrients and water from the soil.

When Pathogenic Fungi Are Found Growing on the Roots of Grape