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What is the body form of fungi?
What is the body form of fungi?
- Multicellular and composed of rhizomorphs
- Unicellular and composed of mycelial cords
- Multicellular and composed of tube-like strands called mycelium
- Unicellular and composed of tube-like strands called hyphae (correct)
What is the composition of the cell wall in fungi?
What is the composition of the cell wall in fungi?
- Cellulose
- Pectin
- Chitin (correct)
- Lignin
In what kind of environment can fungi grow?
In what kind of environment can fungi grow?
- Only in oxygen-free environments
- Any environment with organic matter present (correct)
- Only in environments with high humidity
- Only in oxygen-rich environments
What is the role of saprophytes or saprobes among fungi?
What is the role of saprophytes or saprobes among fungi?
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What is a sclerotium in fungi commonly used for?
What is a sclerotium in fungi commonly used for?
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Study Notes
Fungi Body Form
- Fungi have a body form called a mycelium, which is a network of branching, interconnected hyphae (filaments).
Cell Wall Composition
- The cell wall of fungi is composed of chitin, a polysaccharide that provides structural support and protection.
Fungi Growth Environment
- Fungi can grow in a wide range of environments, including soil, decaying organic matter, and living organisms.
Role of Saprophytes or Saprobes
- Saprophytes, also known as saprobes, are fungi that obtain their nutrients by breaking down and decomposing dead organic matter.
Sclerotium Function
- A sclerotium is a compact, hardened mass of mycelium, commonly used by fungi to survive adverse environmental conditions, such as drought or extreme temperatures.
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Test your knowledge of fungi and plant evolution with this quiz. Explore the characteristics of fungi, including their body forms such as unicellular and mycelium. Delve into the distinct features of fungi as eukaryotes and their modes of nutrition, structural organization, growth, and reproduction.
