Below the Surface of the Soil, Fungi Can Grow Over

question 12

Multiple Choice

Below the surface of the soil, fungi can grow over a large area by extending their hyphae. Typically, when two hyphae are touching, mating can occur. How do fungi prohibit self-fertilization when the majority of hyphae in a localized area are likely from the same individual?

• A)Fungi do not prohibit self-fertilization and readily self-fertilize.
• B)Each fungal individual has specific alleles that allow it to identify fungal hyphae that are not the same mating type.
• C)Fungal hyphae from the same individual can combine, but will use parasexuality to generate genetic diversity.
• D)Fungal individuals of the same mating type must meet in order to mate.

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