Which Statement Best Describes the Value of Fungi in the Environment

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which statement best describes the value of fungi in the environment?  

• A) Fungi "fix" nitrogen from the air for use by plants.
• B) Fungi trap sunlight energy in the form of carbohydrates.
• C) Fungi release nutrients from organic matter.
• D) Fungi enrich the soil by decreasing the rate of decay of organic matter.
• E) Fungi remove toxic metals from the soil.

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