Fungi Flashcards
1
Q
What is a fungi?
A
A eukaryote that lacks chlorophyll and forms spores
2
Q
What is found in the cell wall of fungi?
A
Polysaccharides- absorbs nutrients
3
Q
What is the major sterol found in the cell membrane of fungi?
A
Ergosterol
4
Q
What is classification of fungi based on?
A
Morphology (shape)
5
Q
How are the major types referred to informally?
A
Yeasts, moulds or mushrooms
6
Q
What are fungi a common cause of?
A
Non-fatal disease (Athlete’s foot, thrush etc)
7
Q
What are the three main groups?
A
Basidiomycetes
Ascomycetes
Zygomycetes
