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What is the role of fungal enzymes in the termite gut?

  • To break down cellulose in wood
  • To produce antibiotics against Escovopsis
  • To inhibit the growth of Streptomyces bacteria
  • To continue acting on the fungal 'comb' after consumption (correct)
  • What is unique about Old World termites (Macrotermitinae)?

  • They have a symbiotic relationship with Streptomyces bacteria
  • They have larger body size due to protist gut symbionts
  • They have species-specific fungus gardens (agaric) (correct)
  • They collect and chew wood pulp to feed the fungal 'comb'
  • What is the purpose of convective cooling in termite nests?

  • To prevent the growth of Escovopsis
  • To facilitate the breakdown of cellulose in wood
  • To promote the growth of Streptomyces bacteria
  • To regulate the temperature for fungal growth (correct)
  • What is the function of Streptomyces bacteria in fungus farming ants?

    <p>To promote the growth of Attamyces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Termitomyces titanicus in the ecosystem?

    <p>It is a type of fungus that forms swollen hyphae eaten by termites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main benefit of mycorrhizal fungi to plants?

    <p>Nutrient access through exoenzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of ectomycorrhizal fungi?

    <p>Causing changes in root morphology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the percentage of plant species that are mycorrhizal?

    <p>&gt;90%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of exoenzymes in mycorrhizal fungi?

    <p>Access to diverse nutrient sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the phylum of Arbuscular Mycorrhizal Fungus?

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

    What is the duration of coils in Ericaceous mycorrhizas?

    <p>3-4 weeks</p> Signup and view all the answers

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