List the characteristics of fungi Flashcards
What is the primary cell wall component of fungi?
Chitin
True or False: Fungi are autotrophic organisms.
False
Fill in the blank: Fungi reproduce by producing __________.
Spores
Which of the following is a common type of fungus? (A) Bacteria (B) Yeast (C) Algae
B) Yeast
What type of nutrition do fungi primarily exhibit?
Heterotrophic
True or False: Fungi can be unicellular or multicellular.
True
What is the term for the network of filaments that make up the body of a fungus?
Mycelium
Which structure do fungi use for nutrient absorption?
Hyphae
What is a defining characteristic of fungi in terms of reproduction?
They reproduce both sexually and asexually.
Fill in the blank: Fungi play a crucial role in __________ by decomposing organic matter.
Ecosystem functioning