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What characteristic distinguishes fungi from bacteria?
What type of reproduction do yeast primarily utilize?
Which statement accurately describes both molds and yeasts?
What is a primary purpose of fungal sporulation?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of molds?
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How do molds primarily reproduce?
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What is the role of aerial hyphae in molds?
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Which of the following classes of fungi is characterized by slow growth and complex cellular structures?
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What is the main characteristic that distinguishes fungal cells from other eukaryotic cells?
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the reproduction of yeasts and molds?
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What is typically a consequence of antibiotic use in relation to yeast infections?
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Which of the following classifications of fungi represents a mutualistic relationship?
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What is the primary reason why fungi sporulate?
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How do molds primarily differ from yeasts in their growth form?
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Which of the following conditions is NOT known to encourage yeast overgrowth?
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What is the major difference between molds and yeast in terms of cellular organization?
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What is the primary structural feature of molds?
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Which type of mycosis is limited to the superficial surfaces of the skin and hair with no destructive effects?
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What is one of the benefits of sexual sporulation in fungi?
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Which type of mycosis can occur in healthy individuals and is caused by true pathogens?
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Which of the following descriptions best represents a yeast?
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Which option describes a characteristic of cutaneous mycoses?
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What defines hyphae in fungal morphology?
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What role do spores play in fungal survival?
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Study Notes
FUNGI OF MEDICAL IMPORTANCE
- Fungi are a diverse group of organisms
- Some fungi are saprobes (living on dead matter), others are symbionts (mutual association)
- Some are commensals (one benefits, the other is unaffected)
- Some are parasites (one benefits, the other is harmed)
- Only about 300 of the 100,000 known species cause disease in animals
INTENDING LEARNING OUTCOMES
- Students should be able to describe the structure of a fungal cell
- Enumerate the major differences between fungi and bacteria
- Differentiate between fungi and bacteria
- Know the differences between molds and yeast
- Know the reason why fungi sporulate
- Classify human mycoses
WHAT ARE FUNGI?
- Visual aids (images) showcasing different types of fungi (molds, yeasts, mushrooms)
INTRODUCTION
- Molds and yeasts are widely distributed in air, dust, fomites, and normal flora
- Fungi are usually non-pathogenic, mostly plant pathogens
- Humans are relatively resistant to fungal infections
- Only a small fraction (300) of known fungi species are linked to animal diseases
INTRODUCTION CONT'D
- Fungi represent a diverse group of organisms
- Saprobes: living on dead and decaying matter
- Symbionts: mutual association between two organisms
- Commensals: a relationship where one organism benefits and the other neither benefits nor is harmed
- Parasites: an association where the host is harmed and the other organism benefits
CAUSES OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS
- Yeast infections are not caught—the yeast is already present
- Overgrowth of yeast can occur due to antibiotic use, which affects pH allowing yeast to overgrow
- Other causes include pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, and an impaired immune system
- Anything that alters the type and amount of bacteria present can also increase yeast growth
STRUCTURE OF FUNGI
- Fungi can exist as unicellular forms (yeasts) that reproduce asexually
- Can also be filamentous (molds) that reproduce both sexually and asexually
- Most fungi exist as either yeast or molds
- Some fungi can exist in both forms (dimorphic)
WHAT IS A DIMORPHIC FUNGUS?
- A dimorphic fungus can exist in both mold and yeast forms
- The form it takes depends on temperature—25°C is mold, 37°C is yeast
- Mold exists in soil, yeast in the lungs
STRUCTURE OF FUNGI CONT'D
- Fungi can exist as unicellular yeasts
- These yeasts reproduce asexually
GENERAL STRUCTURE OF A FUNGAL CELL
- Fungal cells are distinguished from other eukaryotes by having a rigid cell wall
- The cell wall is composed of chitin and glucan
- Next to the cell wall is the cell membrane
- The cell contains an endoplasmic reticulum, nucleus, mitochondria, and Golgi body
FUNGI AND BACTERIA DIFFERENCES
| Feature | Fungi | Bacteria |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | Complex cellular structure | Prokaryotic, single cell |
| Cell type | Unicellular or Filamentous (mold) | Single cell |
| Reproduction | Asexual or sexual | Rapid reproduction |
| Nucleus | Well-defined nucleus and organelles | No nuclear membrane |
| Growth rate | Slow growing | Rapid growing |
MOLDS AND YEAST
- Both yeast and molds are fungi
- Both are eukaryotic fungi
- Both are considered as parasites
DIFFERENCES BETWEEN MOLDS AND YEAST
- Yeast are unicellular organisms
- Multiply by binary fission and budding
- Molds are multicellular organisms
YEAST
- They are unicellular organisms
- Multiply by binary fission and budding
MOLDS
- Multicellular organisms that grow in a form called hyphae
- Some molds are used in production of antibiotics (e.g., Penicillin, Cephalosporins)
- Grow in form of filaments called hyphae
- Consist of aerial and vegetative hyphae
- Reproduce by spore formation (either sexually or asexually) on aerial hyphae
WHY DO FUNGI SPORULATE?
- Sporulation typically occurs under suitable nutritional and aerational conditions
- Spores are produced during both sexual and asexual reproduction
- Purpose of sporulation is dispersal, allowing the fungus to spread to a wider geographic area
- Spores also aid in preservation, allowing the fungus to survive unfavorable environmental conditions
- Spores allow for genetic variation
CLASSIFICATION OF HUMAN MYCOSES
- Two main classifications: Formal taxonomic and clinical
- Clinical classification is based on infected tissue
CLASSIFICATION OF HUMAN MYCOSES CONT'D
- Fungal infections can be classified based on the tissue infected
- Specific characteristics of the organism, including superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, endemic, and opportunistic mycoses
SUPERFICIAL MYCOSES
- Infections limited to the very superficial surfaces of skin and hair
- Nondestructive, cosmetic importance only
CUTANEOUS MYCOSES
- Infections of the keratinized layer of the skin, hair, and nails
- May elicit a host response and thus are symptomatic
CLASSIFICATION OF HUMAN MYCOSES CONT'D
- Subcutaneous mycoses involve deeper layers (skin, cornea, muscles, etc)
- Endemic mycoses are true pathogens, causing infections in healthy individuals
- Opportunistic mycoses involve normally commensal fungi
QUESTIONS
- Filamentous structures of fungi are called hyphae
- Fungi are eukaryotic
QUESTIONS (CONT.)
- Fungi are eukaryotic organisms
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This quiz explores the fascinating world of fungi, focusing on their medical significance and their interactions with hosts. Students will learn about the structures of fungal cells, differentiate fungi from bacteria, and classify various human mycoses. Engaging visual aids will enhance understanding of molds, yeasts, and mushrooms.
