There is a single class, Oomycetes, which is further divided into 7 orders. We shall study some genera belonging to the orders Saprolegniales, Pythiales and Peronosporales. Order Saprolegniales (Water Molds): The term 'water molds' is generally used for genera belonging to this order. The zoospores are formed in zoosporangia. A peculiar feature of this order is the production of two [...]
Frequently asked questions and answers on Fungi. In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Fungi 2. Origin of Fungi 3. Metabolism 4. Characteristics 5. Structures 6. Reproduction 7. Classification 8. Importance 9. Spore Forms 10. Laboratory Diagnosis. Contents: Questions and Answers # Definition of Fungi Questions and Answers # Origin of Fungi Questions and Answers # Metabolism [...]
Everything you need to know about mycorrhizae. Some of the most frequently asked questions are as follows:- Q.1. Who was the first to carry out mycorrhizal study? Ans: Hartig in 1851 is believed to be the first person to study the intracellular net of hyphae in roots without knowing its fungal nature. Its structure, later on was named "Hartig net". [...]