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Fungi
Term | Definition |
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Fruiting Bodies | (reproductive body) (are above ground). |
Hyphae | Microscopic threadlike fibers that make up the body the fungus. |
Mycelium | Mass of interwoven hyphae that makes the food gathering body of the fungus. |
Decomposers | Break down and recycle debris to make energy and nutrients available to other living things. |
Humus | Moist, dark brown soil composed of decaying plants and animal remains, |
Mycorrhizae | Symbiotic relationship between plant and fungi, |
Symbiotic Relationship | Fungi helps plant absorb nutrients from soil and receive sugar from the plants. |
Lichen | Symbiotic relationship between fungus and algae, |
Algae | Food source for the fungus. |
Plant Diseases? | Mildew, Wheat rust, corn smut. |
Animal Diseases? | Athletes Foot, ring worm, yeast infection. |
Spor | Reproductive unit of a fungus. |