The most important adaptive advantage associated with thefilamentous nature of fungal mycelia is(A) the ability to form haustoria and parasitize other organisms.(B) the potential to inhabit almost all terrestrial habitats.(C) the increased chance of contact between mating types.(D) an extensive surface area well suited for invasive growthand absorptive nutrition.

Q: How might an understanding of fungal poisons aid in the development of new drugs for humans?

A: Development of new drugs from the fugal parts should meet these criteria: a) Broad spectrum of…

Q: Q2: What is the difference between sporangiospores and conidiospores? Q3: Is the zygospore of…

A: Answer 2:   Sporangiospores Conidiospores The spores which are produced inside some specialized…

Q: Discuss the causes for increase in emerging fungal infections today.

A: Fungi are mostly multicellular eukaryotes, which obtain their food by heterotrophic mode of…

Q: Which of the following fungi does not have a mycelium? (a) black bread mold (b) yeast (c) decomposer…

A: Mycelium is basically the vegetative part of  the fungus consisting of a mass having thread-like…

Q: : Name these unicellular, fungal organisms.

A: The fungi are closely related to animals that are heterotrophic i.e , use carbon as a source of…

Q: Your lab group is assigned an unknown organism to identify to the level of phylum. You have it…

A: phylum cnidaria contains marine species like corrals and jelly fish  phylum porifera also contain…

Q: What are the reasons that make fungal infections difficult to treat? Briefly explain.

A: Fungi mostly multicellular eukaryotes, which obtain their food by heterotrophic mode of nutrition,…

Q: What is the difference in food intake in fungus and animals?

A: Given: Difference in food intake in fungus and animals. The process of ingestion of food particle is…

Q: Why are termites essential members of communities in nature? How do they alter habitats?

A: Termites are eusocial insects, which are believed to have evolved from cockroaches. They are also…

Q: The fungal phyla are divided into groups mainly based on _____________.

A: According to guidelines we have to answer the first question only. so please kindly post the…

Q: #17: What is the term for the entire layer of sporangia seen here in the Ascomycota, but can also be…

A: Ascocarp (asci with ascospores)

Q: What are the potential long-term ecological consequences of widespread fungal infections on plant…

A: Fungal diseases exploit various plant weaknesses, leaving plants prone to more disease and insect…

Q: Why are systemic fungal pathogens called opportunistic?

A: A fungus is any member of the group of eukaryotic organisms. It includes microorganisms such as…

Q: More fungal diseases are recognized than were known just a decade ago. For example, in 2012,…

A: A varied group of creatures known as fungi can be found in almost all of Earth's habitats. They have…

Q: The complete mass of fungal cell filaments that forms a fungus is called a: a)  Hypha. b)…

A: According to guidelines we have to answer the first question. So. please kindly post remaining…

Q: Describe two types of fungal associations

A: Association It is an attachment between 2 different types of organisms wherein both may or may not…

Q: Distinguish between a primary and a secondary fungaldisease. Why do those suffering from HIV/AIDS…

A: Fungi are the microorganisms that are the causative agents for fungal infection. The fungus lives in…

Q: 1) Lichens are often early colonizers, growing on bare rock and in areas where there are no plants…

A: Lichens are usually the complex life forms that forms a symbiotic relationship between a fungi and a…

Q: Which statement is not true of the chytrids? (a) they are simple aquatic fungi (b) they produce…

A: Chytrids are a special bunch of fungi distinguished by their primitive characteristics, which…

Fungal Infections

Fungal infection can be defined as an infectious disease caused by fungi. A fungal infection is also referred to as mycosis. Fungal infections are contagious, spreading from person to person. Mycosis can be contracted even from an infected animal or contaminated soil. The most common symptom is skin rashes and vaginal discharge in females.