Question

Which one of the following is not a criterion for classification of fungi?

• A. Morphology of mycelium
• B. Mode of nutrition
• C. Mode of spore formation
• D. Fruiting body

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Fungal species are classified based on several criteria. These include:

• Mycelium morphology: The vegetative fungal structure, a network of fine filamentous hyphae, exhibits forms that aid in classification.
• Spore formation method: The process by which fungi produce reproductive spores varies and is essential for classification.
• Fruiting body: This specialized structure, responsible for spore production and dispersal, is a key classification characteristic.

Conversely, the mode of nutrition is not a primary basis for fungal classification. Fungi are consistently heterotrophic, absorbing external nutrients. Therefore, Mode of nutrition is the correct answer.