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BIO 102 Objective Question

Question

Which phylum of fungi is characterized by coenocytic hyphae, asexual reproduction via sporangiospores, and sexual reproduction forming zygospores?
Options
A Chytridiomycota
B Zygomycota
Correct Answer
C Ascomycota
D Glomeromycota
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Zygomycota (conjugated fungi) have a thallus of coenocytic hyphae, reproduce asexually by producing sporangiospores, and undergo sexual reproduction forming zygospores. Rhizopus stolonifer (bread mold) is a familiar example.

Hint

The name refers to the zygospore formed during sexual reproduction.

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