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Which of the following protists use pseudopodia for locomotion?
Which of the following protists use pseudopodia for locomotion?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
Which supergroup includes amoebas and slime molds?
Which supergroup includes amoebas and slime molds?
What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
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Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction for ciliates?
What is the primary mode of reproduction for ciliates?
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Which protist is the only parasitic ciliate that affects humans?
Which protist is the only parasitic ciliate that affects humans?
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What is the function of contractile vacuoles in ciliates?
What is the function of contractile vacuoles in ciliates?
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Which supergroup includes diatoms and dinoflagellates?
Which supergroup includes diatoms and dinoflagellates?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for radiolarians?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for radiolarians?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of protozoa?
Which of the following is a characteristic of protozoa?
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What is the dormant stage of a protozoan called?
What is the dormant stage of a protozoan called?
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How does asexual reproduction occur in protozoa?
How does asexual reproduction occur in protozoa?
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What are the products of schizogony called?
What are the products of schizogony called?
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How does sexual reproduction increase genetic diversity in protozoa?
How does sexual reproduction increase genetic diversity in protozoa?
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What organelle do some protozoa have for osmotic regulation?
What organelle do some protozoa have for osmotic regulation?
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What may mitochondria be altered to in parasitic protozoa?
What may mitochondria be altered to in parasitic protozoa?
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What are the whip-like structures found in many protists called?
What are the whip-like structures found in many protists called?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
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What is the actively feeding growing stage of a protozoan called?
What is the actively feeding growing stage of a protozoan called?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
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Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
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Which protist is an STD that causes vaginal discomfort and discharge in women, and can be transmitted by men?
Which protist is an STD that causes vaginal discomfort and discharge in women, and can be transmitted by men?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup includes photosynthetic organisms that feed and are motile?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup includes photosynthetic organisms that feed and are motile?
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Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
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Which protist causes South American sleeping sickness (Chagas) and is transmitted by the reduviid bug?
Which protist causes South American sleeping sickness (Chagas) and is transmitted by the reduviid bug?
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Which protist causes disfiguring skin disease and is vectored by the sandfly Phlebotomus?
Which protist causes disfiguring skin disease and is vectored by the sandfly Phlebotomus?
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Which class of antiprotozoal drugs inhibits folic acid synthesis, like in bacteria?
Which class of antiprotozoal drugs inhibits folic acid synthesis, like in bacteria?
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Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of protozoa?
Which of the following is a characteristic of protozoa?
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What is the dormant stage of a protozoan called?
What is the dormant stage of a protozoan called?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
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Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
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What may mitochondria be altered to in parasitic protozoa?
What may mitochondria be altered to in parasitic protozoa?
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Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
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Which of the following protists use pseudopodia for locomotion?
Which of the following protists use pseudopodia for locomotion?
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Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup includes photosynthetic organisms that feed and are motile?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup includes photosynthetic organisms that feed and are motile?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
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Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
Which protist is responsible for causing malaria?
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Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
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Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
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Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
Which protist causes African sleeping sickness and is transmitted by the tsetse fly?
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Which protist is an STD that causes vaginal discomfort and discharge in women, and can be transmitted by men?
Which protist is an STD that causes vaginal discomfort and discharge in women, and can be transmitted by men?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
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Which supergroup includes amoebas and slime molds?
Which supergroup includes amoebas and slime molds?
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What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction for ciliates?
What is the primary mode of reproduction for ciliates?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for Paramecium?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
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What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
What is the characteristic feature of apicomplexans?
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Which supergroup includes diatoms and dinoflagellates?
Which supergroup includes diatoms and dinoflagellates?
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How does asexual reproduction occur in protozoa?
How does asexual reproduction occur in protozoa?
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Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
Which subgroup of the Excavata supergroup lives in the guts of animals like termites and cockroaches and has a large, complex cell structure with an undulating membrane and often many flagella?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of protozoa?
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Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
Which protist causes severe diarrhea when ingested and is spread through cysts from feces that contaminate water supplies?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of fungi?
Which of the following is a characteristic of fungi?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction for molds?
What is the primary mode of reproduction for molds?
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Which of the following is a sensitivity of fungi to antibiotics?
Which of the following is a sensitivity of fungi to antibiotics?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of eubacteria?
Which of the following is a characteristic of eubacteria?
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What are the two forms in which fungi can grow?
What are the two forms in which fungi can grow?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for radiolarians?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for radiolarians?
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Which type of hyphae contains cross walls called septa?
Which type of hyphae contains cross walls called septa?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction in fungi?
What is the primary mode of reproduction in fungi?
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Which type of fungi can take either yeast or hyphae form depending on the conditions?
Which type of fungi can take either yeast or hyphae form depending on the conditions?
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What is the typical fungal growth temperature for most fungi?
What is the typical fungal growth temperature for most fungi?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for yeast?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for yeast?
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What is the function of mycorrhizae?
What is the function of mycorrhizae?
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Which antifungal medication primarily treats Candida albicans infections?
Which antifungal medication primarily treats Candida albicans infections?
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Which antifungal medication inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in the fungal membrane?
Which antifungal medication inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in the fungal membrane?
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Which antifungal medication is active against systemic fungal infections of Candida and Cryptococcus?
Which antifungal medication is active against systemic fungal infections of Candida and Cryptococcus?
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Which antifungal medication interferes with mitosis by binding to microtubules?
Which antifungal medication interferes with mitosis by binding to microtubules?
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Which antifungal medication inhibits biosynthesis of the fungal cell wall?
Which antifungal medication inhibits biosynthesis of the fungal cell wall?
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Which antifungal medication is known for causing leakage of the cell's contents by binding to ergosterol?
Which antifungal medication is known for causing leakage of the cell's contents by binding to ergosterol?
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Which group of fungi is the oldest known and ecologically important?
Which group of fungi is the oldest known and ecologically important?
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Which group of fungi is predominantly aquatic and thought to be derived from a protozoan ancestor?
Which group of fungi is predominantly aquatic and thought to be derived from a protozoan ancestor?
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Which group of fungi includes molds with nonseptate hyphae and is important for food science and as crop pathogens?
Which group of fungi includes molds with nonseptate hyphae and is important for food science and as crop pathogens?
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Which group of fungi accounts for 75% of all fungi and includes fungi used as food, common causes of food spoilage, and human pathogens?
Which group of fungi accounts for 75% of all fungi and includes fungi used as food, common causes of food spoilage, and human pathogens?
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Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
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Which group of fungi forms symbioses with plants, leaves and stems, and is a fungal partner in lichen?
Which group of fungi forms symbioses with plants, leaves and stems, and is a fungal partner in lichen?
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Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as thrush?
Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as thrush?
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Which fungal disease affects the lower respiratory tract and is often referred to as 'summer flu'?
Which fungal disease affects the lower respiratory tract and is often referred to as 'summer flu'?
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Which fungal disease is commonly known as 'athlete's foot'?
Which fungal disease is commonly known as 'athlete's foot'?
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Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as ringworm?
Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as ringworm?
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Which fungal disease is commonly known as 'jock itch'?
Which fungal disease is commonly known as 'jock itch'?
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Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as candidiasis?
Which fungus is responsible for causing the disease known as candidiasis?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fungi?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fungi?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction for fungi?
What is the primary mode of reproduction for fungi?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of fungi?
Which of the following is a characteristic of fungi?
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What is the primary mode of locomotion for fungi?
What is the primary mode of locomotion for fungi?
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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of eubacteria?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of eubacteria?
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Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
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Which type of hyphae contains cross walls called septa?
Which type of hyphae contains cross walls called septa?
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What is the primary mode of reproduction in fungi?
What is the primary mode of reproduction in fungi?
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Which type of fungi can take different forms depending on the conditions?
Which type of fungi can take different forms depending on the conditions?
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What is the most common way fungi obtain nutrients?
What is the most common way fungi obtain nutrients?
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Which group of fungi forms symbiotic relationships with plants and promotes plant growth?
Which group of fungi forms symbiotic relationships with plants and promotes plant growth?
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Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
Which class of antiprotozoal drugs interferes with DNA synthesis?
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Which fungal infection primarily affects the gall bladder and can cause diarrhea and respiratory illness?
Which fungal infection primarily affects the gall bladder and can cause diarrhea and respiratory illness?
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Which antifungal medication is effective against systemic fungal infections caused by Aspergillus, Cryptococcus, and Candida?
Which antifungal medication is effective against systemic fungal infections caused by Aspergillus, Cryptococcus, and Candida?
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Which antifungal medication inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in the fungal membrane?
Which antifungal medication inhibits ergosterol biosynthesis in the fungal membrane?
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Which antifungal medication is used to treat Candida skin infections?
Which antifungal medication is used to treat Candida skin infections?
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Which antifungal medication is used to treat athlete's foot?
Which antifungal medication is used to treat athlete's foot?
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Which antifungal medication is used to treat fungal infections in immunocompromised patients, such as those with HIV?
Which antifungal medication is used to treat fungal infections in immunocompromised patients, such as those with HIV?
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Which group of fungi is the oldest known and ecologically important?
Which group of fungi is the oldest known and ecologically important?
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Which group of fungi is terrestrial, saprophytic, and important for food science and crop pathogens?
Which group of fungi is terrestrial, saprophytic, and important for food science and crop pathogens?
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Which group of fungi accounts for 75% of all fungi and includes fungi used as food, common causes of food spoilage, and human pathogens?
Which group of fungi accounts for 75% of all fungi and includes fungi used as food, common causes of food spoilage, and human pathogens?
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Which group of fungi contains obligate symbionts that exist in the roots of more than 80% of the world's land plants?
Which group of fungi contains obligate symbionts that exist in the roots of more than 80% of the world's land plants?
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Which group of fungi is predominantly aquatic and thought to be derived from a protozoan ancestor?
Which group of fungi is predominantly aquatic and thought to be derived from a protozoan ancestor?
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Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
Which group of fungi includes molds with septate hyphae and both asexual and sexual reproduction?
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Which fungal disease affects the lower respiratory tract and is often referred to as 'summer flu'?
Which fungal disease affects the lower respiratory tract and is often referred to as 'summer flu'?
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Which fungal disease affects the skin and is commonly known as ringworm?
Which fungal disease affects the skin and is commonly known as ringworm?
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Which fungal disease is caused by Candida albicans and is commonly known as 'yeast infection'?
Which fungal disease is caused by Candida albicans and is commonly known as 'yeast infection'?
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Which fungal disease causes inflammation of the mouth and throat, and is characterized by a creamy coating on the tongue?
Which fungal disease causes inflammation of the mouth and throat, and is characterized by a creamy coating on the tongue?
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Which subgroup of fungi produces visible fruiting bodies, such as mushrooms?
Which subgroup of fungi produces visible fruiting bodies, such as mushrooms?
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Which subgroup of fungi lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
Which subgroup of fungi lacks mitochondria but has flagella?
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