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Economic Importance of Fungi Quiz

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What are some of the economic importance of fungi?

Fungi provide food, medicines, and useful products, as well as play a role in many industries.

How do fungi contribute to the food industry?

Fungi are used as food, with over 200 species of edible fungi, including mushrooms and single cell protein.

What are some examples of edible fungi?

Agaricus campestris, Pleurotus ostreatus, Agaricus bisporus, Volvariella volvacea, Morchella esculenta, Tuber melanosporum

What is Single Cell Protein (SCP) and its source?

<p>Single Cell Protein (SCP) is obtained from dried biomass of certain fungi, such as Yeast, Aspergillus, Penicillium, Fusarium, Neurospora, and Candida.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do some mushrooms contribute to the diet?

<p>Some mushrooms contain high amounts of proteins, vitamins, carbohydrates, minerals, dietary fiber, and amino acids.</p> Signup and view all the answers