Aquatic Fungi and Their Role in Decomposition
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What is the primary role of fungi in aquatic systems?

  • Decomposition of plant materials (correct)
  • Facilitating photosynthesis
  • Providing structural support to plants
  • Aiding in plant reproduction
  • What structural compounds can fungi degrade in plant materials?

  • Cellulose (correct)
  • Lipids
  • Starch
  • Chlorophyll
  • How do fungi occur in aquatic environments?

  • As multicellular organisms
  • In threads called hyphae (correct)
  • As single-celled structures
  • As algae
  • What is the size range of most aquatic fungi?

    <p>Microscopic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fungi are considered the most abundant and important?

    <p>Mycorrhizal fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of fungi are known to be the most abundant and important?

    <p>Mycorrhizal fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the structure called in which fungi occur as threads?

    <p>Hyphae</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key role of fungi in aquatic systems?

    <p>Decomposition of plant materials</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organisms can degrade plant structural compounds like cellulose?

    <p>Fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size range of most aquatic fungi?

    <p>Microscopic</p> Signup and view all the answers

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