Maria examines a culture of hyphae of an unknown fungal species. She observes the presence of non-septate, multinucleated hyphae and spores formed in sporangia.Based on her observations, the unknown species belongs to the phylum
Correct answer: B. Zygomycota
- A. Ascomycota
- B. Zygomycota
- C. Basidiomycota
- D. Deuteromycota
Explanation
The correct answer is Option B:Zygomycota.Zygomycota are characterized by having non-septate (coenocytic), multinucleated hyphae and forming asexual spores within sporangia. This matches the observations made by Maria. Ascomycota and Basidiomycota typically have septate hyphae and different methods of spore production, while Deuteromycota do not form spores in sporangia, as they are classified based on their asexual reproduction.
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