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MIC 121 Characteristics and Structure of Fungi Objective Question

Question

Asexual spores that are produced within a sac-like structure called sporangium, which develops on sporangiophores, are known as:
Options
A Conidiospores
B Zoospores
C Chlamydospores
D Sporangiospores
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

As per the 'Asexual Reproductive Structures: Sporangiospores' section (Page 23), 'Sporangiospores are produced within sporangia, which develop on sporangiophores. Sporangium is a sac-like structure bounded by a membranous wall.'

Hint

The name of the spore often relates to the structure in which it is formed.

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