Biological Classification And System Of Classification Question 445
Ray fungi are a group of fungi that produce spores in a unique structure called a strobilus
[BHU 1995]
Options:
A) Ascomycetes
B) Basidiomycetes
C) Actinomycetes
D) Phycomycetes
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Ray fungi are also called as Actinomycetes. They form a mycelium consisting of narrow hyphae. They show characteristics of both fungi and bacteria.
They form the normal part of the mouth flora in humans. They produce many antibiotics like streptomycin, actinomycin and chloromycin.
Thus, the correct answer is ‘Actinomycetes.’
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