Common Names Such as Smut, Rust and Mildew Reflect the Role

question 4

Multiple Choice

Common names such as smut, rust and mildew reflect the role of many fungi as _____________.

• A) pathogens
• B) parasites
• C) food spoilage
• D) destructive agents
• E) All of the above

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Definitions:

Heterozygous

A genetic condition where an individual has two different alleles for a specific gene.

Alleles

Alternative forms of a gene that occur at a specific locus on a chromosome, contributing to genetic diversity.

Gene

A unit of hereditary information composed of DNA, which resides on chromosomes and influences specific characteristics.

Mendel's Research

The foundational genetic studies conducted by Gregor Mendel, which established the principles of inheritance through the breeding of pea plants.