An association in which fungal hyphae penetrate the outer cells of the plant root forming coils swellings and minute branches and also extend out into surrounding soil is called______________?
Correct answer: B. Endomycorrhizae
- A. Mycorrizael association
- B. Endomycorrhizae
- C. Ectomycorrhizae
- D. Lichen
Explanation
Endomycorrhizae grow into the outer root cells and form coils, swellings, or arbuscule-like branches while their hyphae also extend into the surrounding soil. Ectomycorrhizae mainly form a sheath around roots and grow between cells rather than penetrating the cells, so that is the likely mistaken choice.
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