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What is the primary difference between asexual and sexual spore production in fungi?
What is the primary difference between asexual and sexual spore production in fungi?
- Asexual spores are produced through cell division, while sexual spores are produced through meiosis.
- Asexual spores are produced by cell division, while sexual spores are produced by the fusion of nuclei from two opposite fungi of the same species. (correct)
- Asexual spores are produced through meiosis, while sexual spores are produced through cell division.
- Asexual spores are produced by the fusion of nuclei from two opposite fungi, while sexual spores are produced by cell division.
What type of fungi are characterized by the production of sac-like cells called asci?
What type of fungi are characterized by the production of sac-like cells called asci?
- Zygomycota
- Yeasts
- Ascomycota (correct)
- Molds
What is the characteristic of asexual spores produced by fungi?
What is the characteristic of asexual spores produced by fungi?
- They are identical to the parent fungi. (correct)
- They have genetic variations.
- They are produced by meiosis.
- They are produced by the fusion of nuclei.
What is the primary function of asexual spores in fungi?
What is the primary function of asexual spores in fungi?
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How do fungi in the Ascomycota group reproduce?
How do fungi in the Ascomycota group reproduce?
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What is the primary role of sexual spores in fungi?
What is the primary role of sexual spores in fungi?
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What is the function of conidiospores in fungi?
What is the function of conidiospores in fungi?
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What is the characteristic of Zygomycota fungi?
What is the characteristic of Zygomycota fungi?
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What is the primary difference between Yeasts and Molds?
What is the primary difference between Yeasts and Molds?
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What is the primary function of cyst formation in fungi?
What is the primary function of cyst formation in fungi?
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