It is called mold.
Blossom end rot is a problem on tomatoes caused by faulty watering it causes a large black splodge on the bottom of the fruit.
an insect dust as well as a fungicidal dust will prevent rot
Wood can be treated with various preservatives to prevent rot and infestation.
It is very possible for them to rot. There are products you can coat wood in to prevent rotting.
fungus cause seed rot, not insects
Dry rot is not actually dry,,,,,, It decays wood by keeping it damp and allowing the growth of bacteria,,,,, To prevent it get it away from the water source and allow plenty of air ventilation.
nope, makes it worse.
No, they shoud grow, in sunlight, with their leaves and stems in the air and their roots in soil/water. Underwater they would rot.
Lemon juice preserves the apple and keeps it from oxidizing. People use it on apple slices to prevent them from browning. It does not make them rot.
It will help, but the best way to prevent dry rot is to keep timber dry and to ensure it gets enough ventilation.
I've got a crazy idea ... why don't you actually do the experiment and find out?!