The below mentioned article provides a paragraph on Mycorrhizae. The mutually beneficial or symbiotic association of a fungus with the root of a higher plant is known as mycorrhiza. Mycorrhizal roots often show a wooly covering of fungal hyphae. The shape is different from normal root— tuberous, nodulated, coralloid. Root cap and root hairs are absent. Mycorrhizal roots often remain [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Definition of Lichens 2. Structure of Lichens 3. Relationships 4. Reproduction. Definition of Lichens: Lichens are dual organisms or entities which contain a permanent association of a fungus or mycobiont and an alga or phycobiont. The fungal partner is usually an Ascomycota and sometimes, a basidiomycete. The algal partner is mostly a [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Ascomycetes and Basidiomycetes. Difference # Ascomycetes: 1. They are sac fungi. 2. Septa possess simple central pores. 3. Clamp connections do not occur. 4. Primary mycelium well developed. 5. Sex organs are common. 6. Karyogamy and meiosis occur inside an ascus. 7. Ascospores are formed exogenously. Difference # Basidiomycetes: 1. [...]