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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question
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What is the primary sterol found in the plasma membranes of fungi, which is also a target for certain antifungal drugs?
Options
A Cholesterol
B Phytosterol
C Ergosterol
Correct Answer
D Lipopolysaccharide
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Plasma membranes of fungi contain ergosterol, not cholesterol (found in animals) or phytosterols (found in plants). Ergosterol is a crucial target for antifungal drugs like amphotericin B and azoles.

Hint

The name of this sterol starts with 'Erg-'. It's unique to fungi.

Question Info

Course: MIC 121
Topic: Characteristics and Structure of Fungi
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 226 of 984
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