A(n) ____ Is a Protrusion of an Organ or Tissue

question 8

Multiple Choice

A(n) ____ is a protrusion of an organ or tissue through an abnormal opening of the body.

• A)ulcer
• B)diverticulum
• C)hernia
• D)gallstone

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Definitions:

Glomeromycete Fungi

A group of fungi that form symbiotic relationships with plants, helping them absorb nutrients from the soil through structures called arbuscules.

Mycorrhiza

A symbiotic association between a fungus and the roots of a vascular host plant, benefiting plant growth and nutrient absorption.

Disperse Spores

The act of spreading spores widely, especially those of fungi, mosses, and ferns, to propagate new individuals.

Flagellated Spores

Spores that are equipped with flagella (tail-like structures), allowing them to swim in a moist environment, commonly found in certain fungi and algae.