AP Biology : Understanding Fungi

Study concepts, example questions & explanations for AP Biology

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Example Questions

Example Question #51 : Microorganisms And Viruses

Which of the following is true about fungi?

Possible Answers:

None of the choices are true

Once hyphae is formed after spore germination, it stops development and begins to absorb nutrients

All of the choices are true

Hyphae is a filamentous network that forms into a mycelium

Hyphae is found only found in mycorrhizal fungi

Correct answer:

Hyphae is a filamentous network that forms into a mycelium

Explanation:

Hyphae is a branching filamentous structure found in multicellular fungi, and forms into a mass of hyphae called a mycelium. Hyphae can grow rapidly throughout the life of the fungus, and allows a greater absorption of nutrients. 

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