Question

1. list what are the four groups of fungi?
2. explain how does a mycorrhiza help both the plant and the fungus?
3. identify relationships how are a hypha and a mycelium related?
4. identify what part of a club fungus grows above the ground? what part grows below the ground?

Explanation:

1. The four groups of fungi are Chytridiomycota, Zygomycota, Ascomycota, and Basidiomycota. These are major taxonomic groupings based on characteristics like spore - production and structure.
2. In a mycorrhiza, the fungus helps the plant by increasing the surface area for water and nutrient (especially phosphorus) absorption. The plant provides the fungus with carbohydrates produced through photosynthesis.
3. A mycelium is a network of hyphae. Hyphae are the individual thread - like structures that make up the mycelium.
4. The fruiting body (e.g., mushroom cap and stem) of a club fungus grows above the ground. The mycelium, which is a network of hyphae, grows below the ground.

Answer:

1. Chytridiomycota, Zygomycota, Ascomycota, Basidiomycota
2. Fungus aids plant in nutrient absorption; plant provides carbohydrates to fungus.
3. Mycelium is a network of hyphae.
4. Fruiting body grows above ground; mycelium grows below ground.