Asked by christie xiong on Jun 07, 2024
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Which process marks the start of the dikaryotic stage ( n + n ) in the fungal reproductive cycle?
A) Mitosis
B) Meiosis
C) Karyogamy
D) Fertilization
E) Plasmogamy
Plasmogamy
The fusion of the cytoplasm from two distinct fungal or algal cells, typically as part of sexual reproduction, preceding the fusion of nuclei.
Karyogamy
The fusion of two haploid nuclei; follows fusion (plasmogamy) of cells from two sexually compatible mating types.
- Explain the mechanisms of both sexual and asexual reproduction in fungi, and comprehend the significance of dikaryotic cells in this context.
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courtney sallisJun 08, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Plasmogamy is the process where the cytoplasm of two parent mycelia fuse without the fusion of nuclei, leading to the formation of a dikaryotic stage (n + n) in fungi.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the mechanisms of both sexual and asexual reproduction in fungi, and comprehend the significance of dikaryotic cells in this context.