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 [...]
The following points highlight the four types of spore formation in lower fungi. The types are: 1. Sporangiospores 2. Conidia 3. Chlamydospores 4. Oidia. Type # 1. Sporangiospores: These are asexual spores produced endogenously in special sac-like asexual reproductive organs called the sporangia. The sporangia vary widely in form in the lower fungi. These may be flask-shaped (A), cylindrical, irregularly [...]