Basidiomycetes Are the Only Fungal Group Capable of Synthesizing Lignin

question 6

Multiple Choice

Basidiomycetes are the only fungal group capable of synthesizing lignin peroxidase. What advantage does this group of fungi have over other fungi because of this capability?

• A) This is always the first group of fungi to begin any kind of plant decomposition.
• B) This fungal group can break down the tough lignin, which cannot be harnessed for energy, to get to the more useful cellulose.
• C) This is the only group of fungi that can use lignin for adenosine triphosphate (ATP) production.
• D) This enzyme releases heat energy from the breakdown of lignin that is used to kill off competing fungi.

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