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Chapter 38, Problem 2U
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The fungal pathogens are the group of pathogens which are able to cause diseases in the living organisms. The pathogenic fungi are usually microorganisms. The
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Chitin-rich walls of fungi improves feeding by facilitated diffusion.
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. Which statement about mycorrhizae is FALSE?
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BIOLOGY 12E CONNECT ACCESS CARD
Ch. 38.1 - Identify the compounds produced by the epidermis...Ch. 38.1 - Prob. 2LOCh. 38.1 - Prob. 3LOCh. 38.2 - Describe the role of secondary metabolites in...Ch. 38.2 - Prob. 2LOCh. 38.2 - Prob. 3LOCh. 38.3 - Prob. 1LOCh. 38.3 - Prob. 2LOCh. 38.4 - Prob. 1LOCh. 38.4 - Prob. 2LO
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