Asked by Kassandra Pierre on Jul 09, 2024
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Sac fungi take their name from the shape
A) of their sexual spores.
B) of the sexual reproductive structure that produces the spores.
C) of their asexual spores.
D) of their hyphae.
E) of their underground mycelium.
Sexual Spores
Reproductive cells formed during the sexual life cycle of an organism, capable of developing into a new individual upon germination.
Ascocarp
The fruiting body of ascomycete fungi, where spore production occurs.
Asexual Spores
Reproductive cells produced without sexual fusion, capable of developing into a new organism.
- Expound upon the reproductive tactics and anatomical characteristics of various fungal species.
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Donavon LewisJul 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Sac fungi are named after their sexual reproductive structures, which are called asci. These structures produce sac-like structures called ascospores, which are their main means of reproduction.
Learning Objectives
- Expound upon the reproductive tactics and anatomical characteristics of various fungal species.