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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question

Question

In which method of asexual reproduction does the parent cell produce one or more projections that later develop into necessary structures and detach to grow into new individuals?
Options
A Fission
B Fragmentation
C Sporulation
D Budding
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Budding is described as the process where 'the parent cell produces one or more projections called buds, which later develop necessary structures and detach to grow into new individuals' (Page 29).

Hint

Think of a small outgrowth forming from the parent organism.

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