The Most Important Adaptive Advantage Associated with the Filamentous Nature

question 60

Multiple Choice

The most important adaptive advantage associated with the filamentous nature of fungal mycelia is

• A) the ability to form haustoria and parasitise other organisms.
• B) the potential to inhabit almost all terrestrial habitats.
• C) the increased chance of contact between mating types.
• D) an extensive surface area well suited for invasive growth and absorptive nutrition.

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