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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question

Question

What term describes the collective mass of extensively branching hyphal filaments that form the main body of a multicellular fungus?
Options
A Thallus
B Septum
C Mycelium
Correct Answer
D Spore
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The document defines 'mycelium' as the collective mass of hyphal filaments that usually branch extensively (Page 9 and Page 14).

Hint

This structure is the visible, vegetative body of most fungi.

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