10 Questions
Are fungi classified as plants?
No, fungi are not classified as plants.
What was the previous classification of mycology?
Mycology was previously regarded as a branch of botany.
What are the criteria for something to be considered a plant?
To be considered a plant, it must have chlorophylls a and b, store sugar as starch, and have an ancestor that had two anterior whiplash flagellae with star-shaped bases.
What characteristic distinguishes fungi from plants, bacteria, and some protists?
The presence of chitin in their cell walls distinguishes fungi from plants, bacteria, and some protists.
What is the genetic relationship between fungi and plants?
Fungi are genetically more closely related to animals than to plants.
Which of the following best describes genetics?
The study of genes and how they are inherited
What is an example of a physical appearance trait?
Eye color
Why do children usually look like their parents?
Because of inherited genes
Which of the following traits can be influenced by interactions between genes and the environment?
Height
Why do tall and thin people tend to have tall and thin children?
Because of inherited genes
Test your knowledge of plants and their characteristics with this quiz! Learn about the essential features that define a plant, including chlorophylls a and b, starch storage, and ancestral whiplash flagellae. Challenge yourself and expand your understanding of the fascinating world of plants.
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