Fungi whose growth is favored by fire is called:
Correct answer: A. Pyrophilus
- A. Pyrophilus
- B. Prodophilus
- C. Pinophilus
- D. Prephylus
Explanation
Fungi whose growth is favoured by fire are called pyrophilous (fire-loving). The answer can be determined through the root words, even if a student doesn't recall the exact term. There are no fungi named Prephylus, Prophylus or Philus. You can see examples of pyrophilous fungi in the image provided.
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