Chapter 20, Problem 8A

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

The hyphae that are consisted of individual cells divided from one another by cell walls. Hyphae perform various functions in fungi. They consist of the cytoplasm, including the nuclei which contain genetic material. Hyphae absorb nutrients and carry them to other portions of the thallus.

Answer to Problem 8A

Correct answer :

The correct answer is option (C) septate hyphae.

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer :

Option(C) septate hyphae. Septate hyphae have separators between the cells, known as septa. The septa have gaps called pores between the cells that allow the transfer of cytoplasm and food throughout the mycelium. So, the correct answer is option C.

Explanation for incorrect answer :

Option (A) mycelium. It is the vegetative part of a fungus, containing of a network of white filaments called hyphae. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (B) spore. Spores are the single-celled reproductive unit of nonflowering plants, bacteria, fungi, and algae. So, this is an incorrect answer.

Option (D) aseptate hyphae. In aseptate hyphae, there are no cell walls in the individual cells and their nuclei are developed throughout the hypha. So, this is an incorrect answer.