A Practice Quiz On Fungi Kingdom Vocabulary!
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There are so many types of fungi in the world and some say that there are over five million species in existence. Having covered a lot on the fungi kingdom this past week, the quiz below is perfect to help you test out just how much you got to understand so far about them. Give it a try and get to find out!
- 1.
The main body of the fungi is called
- A.
Spores
- B.
Mycelium
- C.
Hypha
- D.
Plants
- E.
Sporangia
Correct Answer
B. MyceliumExplanation
The correct answer is mycelium. The mycelium is the main body of a fungus, consisting of a network of thread-like structures called hyphae. It is responsible for absorbing nutrients from the environment and plays a crucial role in the reproduction and growth of fungi. Spores are reproductive structures produced by fungi, while sporangia are structures that produce and contain spores. Plants are a separate group of organisms.Rate this question:
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- 2.
One way fungi reproduce is through the use of
- A.
Flowers
- B.
Seeds
- C.
Pollen
- D.
Spores
- E.
All the above
Correct Answer
D. SporesExplanation
Fungi reproduce through the use of spores. Spores are tiny reproductive cells that are capable of developing into new organisms. Fungi release spores into the environment, where they can be carried by wind, water, or other means to new locations. These spores can then germinate and grow into new fungal organisms. Unlike flowers, seeds, and pollen, which are reproductive structures used by plants, fungi rely on spores for reproduction. Therefore, the correct answer is spores.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Which is not a characteristic of fungi?
- A.
Most are single celled
- B.
It is a saprophyte
- C.
It is a decomposer
- D.
It lives near moist areas
- E.
All the above
Correct Answer
A. Most are single celledExplanation
Most fungi are multicellular, not single-celled. They are eukaryotic organisms that obtain nutrients by decomposing organic matter, making them saprophytes and decomposers. Fungi are commonly found in moist environments due to their need for water for growth and reproduction. Therefore, the correct answer is that most fungi are not single-celled.Rate this question:
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- 4.
You found the stinking, rotting body of a rat with long hail-like structures growing out of it. What is happening?
- A.
A fungi is decomposing it
- B.
It is havinga bad hair day
- C.
A fungi is chewing it
- D.
A plant is decomposing it
- E.
None of the above
Correct Answer
A. A fungi is decomposing itExplanation
The correct answer is that a fungi is decomposing the rat. Fungi are known to play a crucial role in the decomposition process, breaking down organic matter such as dead animals and plants. In this case, the fungi is decomposing the rat's body, which is why the long hair-like structures are growing out of it.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which organism would be the greatest decomposer?
- A.
Cow
- B.
Tree
- C.
Ant
- D.
Fungi
- E.
None ot the above
Correct Answer
D. FungiExplanation
Fungi would be the greatest decomposer because they have the ability to break down organic matter, such as dead plants and animals, into simpler compounds. Fungi secrete enzymes that can break down complex molecules, allowing them to obtain nutrients from the decomposed material. They play a crucial role in the ecosystem by recycling nutrients and returning them to the soil, making them an essential part of the decomposition process.Rate this question:
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- 6.
The sporangia of zygote fungi contain...
- A.
Flowers
- B.
Mushrooms
- C.
Spores
- D.
Seeds
- E.
All the above
Correct Answer
C. SporesExplanation
The sporangia of zygote fungi contain spores. Sporangia are structures found in fungi that produce and contain spores, which are reproductive cells. Flowers and seeds are reproductive structures found in flowering plants, not fungi. Mushrooms are the fruiting bodies of certain fungi, but they do not contain spores within their sporangia. Therefore, the correct answer is spores.Rate this question:
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