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Question
A fungal structure with a thick cell wall that contains the zygote and protects it from desiccation and other hazards is called a:
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
A zygospore is a structure with a thick cell wall that contains the zygote in zygomycetes. It develops after karyogamy and protects the dormant zygote from desiccation and other environmental hazards until conditions become favorable.
Hint
This resistant structure is characteristic of the conjugated fungi (Zygomycota).