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Exploring the Interactions of Fungi

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Which pronunciation of 'fungi' is acceptable?

Fuhn-jahy (correct)

Fuhn-gahy

Fuhn-gee

Fuhn-jus

Approximately how many known species of fungi are there?

100,000

1 billion

6 million

1.5 million (correct)

Which compound found in the fungus Claviceps purpurea is used to make LSD?

Saccharomyces

Lysergic acid (correct)

Gangrene

Histoplasmosis

Which organism is responsible for decomposing organic matter and converting it into soil?

Fungi Signup and view all the answers

What did Louis Pasteur discover about yeast?

They are living organisms Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of fungi in the ecosystem?

To decompose organic matter Signup and view all the answers

What is the material that strengthens the cell walls of fungi?

Chitin Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the fungus produces spores?

Ascocarps Signup and view all the answers

Which method do some fungi use to disperse their spores?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is the asexual reproduction method in unicellular yeast?

Both of the above Signup and view all the answers

What conditions do brewers create to encourage high rates of yeast production?

High sugar and high oxygen Signup and view all the answers

Which group of fungi forms beneficial relationships with other organisms, especially plants?

Mutualists Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of decomposer fungi?

To break down and absorb nutrients from nonliving organic material Signup and view all the answers

What is the main method of reproduction for fungi?

Asexual reproduction by producing spores Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of mycorrhizae in natural ecosystems and agriculture?

To help plants absorb nutrients Signup and view all the answers