- 1. Mycology is the scientific study of fungi, including their biology, ecology, taxonomy, and genetics. Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that play vital roles in various ecosystems, such as decomposing organic matter, forming symbiotic relationships with plants, and causing diseases in humans and other animals. Mycologists study the classification, distribution, and behavior of fungi to better understand their impact on the environment and society. They also investigate the potential uses of fungi in medicine, agriculture, industry, and bioremediation. As a field of study, mycology encompasses a wide range of topics, from the microscopic structure of fungi to the global patterns of fungal biodiversity.
What is the study of fungi called?
A) Mycology
B) Herpetology
C) Entomology
D) Bacteriology
- 2. How do fungi obtain nutrients?
A) Absorption
B) Ingestion
C) Respiration
D) Photosynthesis
- 3. Which type of fungi are commonly used in baking and brewing?
A) Lichens
B) Molds
C) Protozoa
D) Yeasts
- 4. What is the reproductive structure of a mushroom called?
A) Basidiocarp
B) Mycelium
C) Ascus
D) Conidium
- 5. What is the pigment responsible for the green color in many fungi?
A) Carotenoid
B) Phycobilin
C) Melanin
D) Chlorophyll
- 6. Which famous antibiotic was derived from the fungus Penicillium?
A) Streptomycin
B) Vancomycin
C) Tetracycline
D) Penicillin
- 7. What is the substance found in the cell walls of fungi that makes them rigid?
A) Cellulose
B) Chitin
C) Keratin
D) Collagen
- 8. What is a symbiotic relationship between fungi and plants called?
A) Mycorrhiza
B) Commensalism
C) Parasitism
D) Lichen
- 9. What is the name of the process by which fungi break down complex organic matter into simpler substances?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Fermentation
C) Decomposition
D) Synthesis
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