Hyphae of Oomycotes are?

Correct answer: B. Aseptate

  • A. Septate
  • B. Aseptate
  • C. Semi-septate
  • D. All of these

Explanation

The correct answer is that Oomycotes have aseptate hyphae. Unlike true fungi, which often have septate hyphae with cross-walls dividing the hyphae into separate cells, Oomycotes have coenocytic hyphae. This means that their hyphae form a continuous tube-like structure without septa, allowing for the free flow of cytoplasm and multiple nuclei within the same cellular compartment. This structural characteristic is a key differentiator between Oomycotes and true fungi.

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