Medical Mycology: Taxonomy and Pathogenesis
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What is the subdivision under Dikarya in the taxonomic hierarchy of fungi?

  • Glomeromycota
  • Mycotina (correct)
  • Chytridiomycota
  • Zycomycota

    • Which elements are considered as micro elements in the nutritional requirements of fungi?

  • Manganese, Nickel, Molybdenum (correct)
  • Carbon, Oxygen, Hydrogen
  • Zinc, Iron, Copper
  • Nitrogen, Phosphorus, Potassium

    • What is the typical habitat factor considered for fungi?

  • Temperature
  • Oxygen supply
  • Moisture (correct)
  • pH

    • In what circumstances do infections in humans by fungi occur?

    <p>Only when conditions are favorable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which subkingdom does Ascomycota belong to in the taxonomic hierarchy of fungi?

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

    What is the typical habitat for Histoplasmosis capsulatum?

    <p>Decaying vegetation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predominant form of histoplasmosis infection?

    <p>Subclinical or benign</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what temperature do colonies of Histoplasmosis capsulatum grow slowly?

    <p>$25°C$</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic appearance of colonies of Histoplasmosis capsulatum?

    <p>White or buff-brown, suede-like to cottony</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic feature observed in histopathology of Histoplasmosis capsulatum?

    <p>Characteristic intracellular yeast surrounded by a clearing rim</p> Signup and view all the answers

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