Fungi Kingdom: Definition and Characteristics

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What distinguishes Ascomycota fungi?

Production of flagellated spores

Formation of zygospores

Production of ascospores in sacs (correct)

Presence of basidia

Which phylum of fungi forms symbiotic relationships with plant roots?

Basidiomycota

Chytridiomycota

Ascomycota

Glomeromycota (correct)

What is a key role of fungi in ecosystems mentioned in the text?

Breaking down dead organic matter (correct)

Providing shelter for insects

Capturing sunlight for photosynthesis

Hunting and catching prey

Which type of fungal infection is restricted to the skin?

Athlete's foot Signup and view all the answers

What type of fungi cause diseases in plants, animals, and humans?

Parasitic fungi Signup and view all the answers

Which fungal phylum produces both sexual zygospores and asexual sporangiospores?

Zygomycota Signup and view all the answers

How do fungi obtain nutrients from organic matter?

By secreting digestive enzymes Signup and view all the answers

What type of infections are caused by Candida albicans?

'Yeast' infections Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of Ascomycota fungi?

Storage of ascospores in sacs called asci Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fungi is known for the production of motile, flagellated spores?

Chytridiomycota Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of fungi in ecosystems mentioned in the text?

Breaking down dead plant and animal matter Signup and view all the answers

Why are subcutaneous fungal infections hard to treat?

Both humans and fungi are eukaryotes Signup and view all the answers

Which fungal phylum is characterized by the formation of zygospores and sporangiospores?

Zygomycota Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes Basidiomycota fungi?

Club-like organs called basidia Signup and view all the answers

What is the key feature of Glomeromycota fungi?

Symbiotic relations with plant roots Signup and view all the answers

What is a common way in which humans interact with fungi?

Edible consumption such as mushrooms Signup and view all the answers

What is the main cause of subcutaneous fungal infections being challenging to treat?

Side effects from antifungal drugs due to shared eukaryotic nature of humans and fungi Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential benefit of the symbiotic relationship between plants and Glomeromycota fungi?

Enhanced crop growth through nutrient exchange between plants and fungi Signup and view all the answers