In this article we will discuss about the asexual and sexual modes of reproduction in Monoblepharis with the help of suitable diagrams. Occurrence of Monoblepharis: Monoblepharis is a saprophytic fungus commonly found in still water in the form of small pustules on decaying plant remains such as twigs submerged in the clear water of ponds and tanks. The growth of [...]
In this article we will discuss about the general characteristics of chytridiomycetes. The chief characteristic feature of this class is the production of uniflagellate reproductive cells (zoospores and planogametes). The single flagellum is of a whiplash type and is inserted posteriorly. The zoospore with a posteriorly inserted flagellum is called opisthocont. The flagellum is attached to the blepharoplast within the [...]
In this article we will discuss about the hyphal structure of allomyces. This will also help you to draw the structure and diagram of allomyces. The hyphal wall consists chiefly of Chitin, B glucan and ash. Within it, is the plasma membrane which closely investes the hyphal cytoplasm. Embedded in the cytoplasm are the numerous nuclei. Besides the nuclei there [...]