FUNGI

(Simple Discussion)
 Fungus (fungi – plural)
• is any member of the group of eukaryotic
organisms that includes microorganisms
such as yeasts and molds, as well as the
more familiar mushrooms. 
 4 Divisions
• Chytridiomycota 
• Zygomycota 
• Ascomycota 
• Basidiomycota 
 Characteristics of Fungi
• Fungi are eukaryotic organisms means they
have true nucleus which are enclosed in
membranes.
• They are non-vascular organisms.
 Characteristics of Fungi
• Fungi have cell walls 
• There is no embryonic stage for fungi.
• They reproduce by means of spores.
Importance
Of Fungi
• Together with bacteria, fungi are responsible
for breaking down organic matter and
releasing carbon, oxygen, nitrogen, and
phosphorus into the soil and the
atmosphere. Fungi are essential to many
household and industrial processes, notably
the making of bread, wine, beer, and certain
cheeses.
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