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Which structure is a crucial component for fungal nutrient absorption?
Which structure is a crucial component for fungal nutrient absorption?
- Rhizoids
- Mycelium (correct)
- Cryptococcus neoformans
- Spiral hyphae
What is the characteristic of aseptate or coenocytic hyphae?
What is the characteristic of aseptate or coenocytic hyphae?
- Contain cross walls
- Form chandelier-like structures
- Do not have cross walls (correct)
- Are chains of elongated cells
Which type of fungi produces smooth, creamy colonies on culture?
Which type of fungi produces smooth, creamy colonies on culture?
- Cryptococcus neoformans (correct)
- Rhizopus
- Zygomycetes
- Candida albicans
What term is used to describe unicellular fungi that reproduce by budding?
What term is used to describe unicellular fungi that reproduce by budding?
Which part of fungi is responsible for spore production?
Which part of fungi is responsible for spore production?