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What is apical branching in fungal hyphae?
What is apical branching in fungal hyphae?
- Branches that emerge from sites distal to the hyphal tip.
- Branches that do not affect hyphal growth.
- The emergence of a branch from the hyphal tip. (correct)
- The formation of branches at the base of the hyphae.
What triggers apical branching?
What triggers apical branching?
- Abnormal accumulation of exocytic vesicles. (correct)
- Formation of a new hyphal tip.
- The loss of lateral hyphal structures.
- Increased nutrient availability near the base.
Which statement accurately describes lateral branching of fungal hyphae?
Which statement accurately describes lateral branching of fungal hyphae?
- Lateral branching occurs exclusively in aquatic fungi.
- Lateral branches only form under high-stress conditions.
- Branches emerge directly from the hyphal tip.
- New branches emerge from sites far from the hyphal tip. (correct)
What occurs to the hyphal tip during apical branching?
What occurs to the hyphal tip during apical branching?
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Where do new branches emerge during lateral branching?
Where do new branches emerge during lateral branching?
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Study Notes
Hyphal Branching
- Fungal hyphae exhibit two main types of branching: apical and lateral.
Apical Branching
- Apical branching involves the growth of a new branch directly from the tip of a hypha.
- This process is triggered by an unusual buildup of exocytic vesicles at the hyphal tip.
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Explore the fascinating process of hyphal branching in fungi. This quiz covers the two main types of branching: apical and lateral, with a focus on the mechanisms behind apical branching. Test your understanding of these vital biological processes.
