Zygomycota Basics
This is the primary habitat where Zygomycota are typically found.
What is terrestrial habitat?
Zygomycota is one of the major divisions of this kingdom.
What is Fungi?
Zygomycota play this ecological role by breaking down dead organic material.
What is decomposer?
Another name for Pilobolus crystallinus.
What is a Dung Cannon?
This process, involving the fusion of hyphae from two different mating types, results in the formation of zygospores in Zygomycota.
What is sexual reproduction?
Zygomycota are commonly known as this type of mold, often found on bread and fruit.
What is bread mold?
This class of Zygomycota includes the most well-known bread mold.
What is Zygomycetes?
This process, in which Zygomycota absorb nutrients from dead organisms, is crucial for soil health.
What is decomposition?
Used in tempeh and soy fermentation.
What is Rhizopus stolonifer?
No widely accepted ___ application
What is medical application?
The scientific study of fungi, including Zygomycota, is known by this term
What is mycology?
Zygomycota are important in food fermentations, particularly in making this fermented sauce
What is soy sauce?
Some Zygomycota, like Rhizopus, are utilized in the production of this soy product.
What is tempeh?
This species spore ejection mechanism is one of the fastest in nature.
Pilobolus crystallinus
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The approximate number of species categorized within the Zygomycota phylum.
What is over 1000 species
The thick wall of a zygospore aids in protecting zygote from these environmental conditions.
What are adverse conditions (or harsh conditions)?
Zygomycota can be pathogenic, causing infections such as this serious illness in humans.
What is mucormycosis/zygomycosis?
Produces lipases used in the food industry.
What is Mucor circinelloides
Lactic acid fermentation
What is Rhizopus?
This type of hyphae is characteristic of Zygomycota, meaning they do not have cross-walls.
What are coenocytic hyphae?
This prominent Zygomycota genus is known for its role in both food spoilage and industrial fermentation processes.
What is Rhizopus?
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Mucormycosis is mostly caused in which type of individuals
What is immunocompromised/Diabetic?
CAM abbreviation.
What is COVID-19-associated mucormycosis (CAM)?