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?

    <p>Athlete's foot</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Parasitic fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which fungal phylum produces both sexual zygospores and asexual sporangiospores?

    <p>Zygomycota</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do fungi obtain nutrients from organic matter?

    <p>By secreting digestive enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of infections are caused by Candida albicans?

    <p>'Yeast' infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the defining characteristic of Ascomycota fungi?

    <p>Storage of ascospores in sacs called asci</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Chytridiomycota</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Breaking down dead plant and animal matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are subcutaneous fungal infections hard to treat?

    <p>Both humans and fungi are eukaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Zygomycota</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Basidiomycota fungi?

    <p>Club-like organs called basidia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key feature of Glomeromycota fungi?

    <p>Symbiotic relations with plant roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Edible consumption such as mushrooms</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

    <p>Enhanced crop growth through nutrient exchange between plants and fungi</p> Signup and view all the answers

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