Kingdom Mycota Sub Division Myxomycotina Quiz
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Which characteristic of the myxamoeba is NOT mentioned in the text?

  • Capable of photosynthesis (correct)
  • Contains a mass of protoplasm
  • Lacks a cell wall
  • Enclosed by a membrane
  • What is the purpose of the radiating body formed by the myxamoeba during times of food scarcity?

  • To allow the myxamoeba to spread out and search for more food
  • To protect the myxamoeba from desiccation
  • To increase the surface area for photosynthesis
  • To concentrate the myxamoeba at the center for the formation of a sorocarp (correct)
  • What is the primary mode of nutrition for the myxamoeba?

  • Heterotrophy by absorption
  • Heterotrophy by engulfing solid food particles (correct)
  • Mixotrophy
  • Autotrophy
  • What is the primary purpose of the resting spores formed in the sorocarp?

    <p>To allow the myxamoeba to survive periods of unfavorable conditions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the Acrasiae members as described in the text?

    <p>They form a true plasmodium</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which characteristic feature distinguishes the genera Plasmodiophora and Spongospora?

    <p>The morphology of their resting spores</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of the class Plasmodiophorae?

    <p>Resting spores enclosed in fruiting bodies (sorocarps)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which disease is caused by the genus Spongospora?

    <p>Powdery scab disease in potatoes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic symptom of club root disease caused by Plasmodiophora in cabbage?

    <p>Hypertrophied and club-shaped roots</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subclass of the class Myxomycetae is characterized by resting spores born externally on branched columnar structures?

    <p>Subclass Exosporae</p> Signup and view all the answers

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