The Principal Difference Between a Saprophytic and Parasitic Mode of Nutrition

question 29

Multiple Choice

The principal difference between a saprophytic and parasitic mode of nutrition is

• A)the quality of the nutrients.
• B)the species of fungus that possess it.
• C)determined by the quantity of available nutrients.
• D)determined by the source of the nutrients.
• E)whether the digestion is intracellular or extracellular.

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Definitions:

Axon Hillock

The cone-shaped region of an axon of a neuron where the axon originates from the cell body, and is considered the decision point for neural action potentials.

Soma

The cell body of a neuron, containing the nucleus and metabolic machinery necessary for maintaining the cell's functions.

Golgi Staining

A histological staining technique that allows for the visualization of individual neurons and their detailed structures using silver chromate.

Silver Nitrate

A chemical compound used in medical applications, photography, and staining in histology.