Phytophthora Ramorum,the Fungus Causing Sudden Oak Death,has Been Spread to Uninfected

question 78

Multiple Choice

Phytophthora ramorum,the fungus causing sudden oak death,has been spread to uninfected forests on the boots of hikers; what reproductive method is most likely responsible?

• A) Fragmentation-the fungus is broken when stepped on, and fragments adhere to the boot.
• B) Asexual reproduction-spores settle on boots and shoes when a mature individual is disturbed.
• C) Colonization-the fungus colonizes the boot, matures, and eventually disperses new cells.
• D) Budding-after establishing on the boot, the fungus divides asymmetrically to produce daughter cells.

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