This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: mycology, Subject name: Microbiology
Aflatoxins are produced by 
Select and explain. 
A. Aspergillus flavus, B. Aspergillus niger, C. Aspergillus fumigatus, D. Candida
A: Aspergillus flavus
Answer: A: Aspergillus flavus 
Explanation: The best-known mycotoxin is aflatoxin produced by Aspergillus flavus. It is present in ground nuts, corns and peas. It can cause hepatoma in animals. Ref: Textbook of Microbiology, Ananthanarayan and Paniker; 9th edition