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Life History of Achlya (With Diagram) | Oomycetes

In this article we will discuss about the life cycle of achlya with the help of suitable diagrams. Mycelium in Achlya: It is in the form of a white, tangled mass consisting of branched hyphae growing in all directions. Some of the hyphae, which are short, penetrate the substratum. They anchor the mycelium and absorb nutrient materials. The hyphae are [...]

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Difference between Phytophthora and Pythium | Fungi

The upcoming discussion will update you about the difference between phytophthora and pythium. Difference # Phytophthora: 1. The sporangia are produced on special aerial reproductive hyphae called the sporangiophores which are sympodially branched and present a joined appearance. 2. The papillate, lemon-shaped sporangia are always terminal in origin but are subsequently shifted to the side. 3. The zoospores are differentiated [...]

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Biology Notes on Peronospora (With Diagram) | Oomycetes

The below mentioned article provides a note on peronospora which causes diseases like downy mildews. This will also help you to draw the structure and diagram of peronospora. This is the most advanced family of order Peronosporales. It comprises 6 genera with numerous species. All of them are important plant pathogens which are obligate parasites of flowering plants such as [...]

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