Describe mutualistic relationships of fungi with plant roots and photosynthetic organisms

Question 1

What is the term for the mutualistic relationship between fungi and plant roots?

Answer 1

Mycorrhiza

Question 2

True or False: Mycorrhizal fungi help plants absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: In exchange for nutrients, mycorrhizal fungi receive _____ from plants.

Answer 3

carbohydrates

Question 4

What type of mycorrhiza forms a sheath around the root of a plant?

Answer 4

Ectomycorrhiza

Question 5

Which type of mycorrhiza penetrates the root cells of plants?

Answer 5

Endomycorrhiza

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a benefit provided by mycorrhizal fungi to plants? A) Increased water retention B) Enhanced soil aeration C) Decreased disease resistance D) Reduced nutrient uptake

Answer 6

A) Increased water retention

Question 7

What role do mycorrhizal fungi play in the ecosystem?

Answer 7

They enhance nutrient cycling and improve soil structure.

Question 8

True or False: Mycorrhizal relationships are only beneficial for the fungi involved.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

Fill in the blank: Mycorrhizal fungi can form associations with _____ plants.

Answer 9

most

Question 10

Short Answer: How do mycorrhizal fungi improve plant health?

Answer 10

By increasing nutrient and water uptake and enhancing disease resistance.