Basidiomycetes Are the Only Fungal Group Capable of Synthesizing Lignin

question 21

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 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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