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Introduction: Fungi are eukaryotic in nature. Fungi reproduce either by asexual mode of reproduction or by sexual mode of reproduction. Macro fungi are of two types known as ascomycetes and basidiomycetes. They are differentiated on the basis of the formation of their sexual spores. Mushrooms are an example of fruiting bodies.

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How can ascomycetes be distinguished from basidiomycetes?a. Ascomycete hyphae have simple pores in their septa and lack clampconnections, whereas basidiomycete hyphae display complex septalpores and clamp connections.b. Ascomycetes produce sexual spores in sacs, whereasbasidiomycetes produce sexual spores on the surfaces of clubshaped structures.c. Ascomycetes are commonly found in lichens, whereasbasidiomycetes are less commonly partners in lichen associations.d. Ascomycetes are not commonly mycorrhizal partners, butbasidiomycetes are commonly present in mycorrhizal associations.e. All of the above are correct.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a fungal spore? A. Zoospores B. Condia C. Endospore D. Basidiospores
Fungi would best be described as having which of the following life cycles? A. diploid-dominant B. alternation of generations C. gametophyte dominant D. haploid-dominant
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