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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question

Question

Which specialized structure found at the hyphal tip acts as a vesicle supply center and coordinates apical growth in fungal cells?
Options
A Lomasome
B Spitzenkörper
Correct Answer
C Peroxisome
D Glycogen Granule
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

According to the 'Fungal Cell: Internal Structure' section (Page 18), the Spitzenkörper is described as the 'Vesicle supply centre at hyphal tip; coordinates apical growth'.

Hint

Think about the structure responsible for directing and regulating hyphal elongation.

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