Question

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1. list what are three ways that fungi can get food?

how do fungi get nutrients?
fungi are heterotrophs, which means they feed on other organisms. unlike other heterotrophs, however, fungi cannot catch or surround food. they must live on or near their food supply. they secrete digestive juices onto food and absorb the nutrients from the dissolved food.
most fungi are decomposers. they feed on dead plant or animal matter. some fungi are parasites. some live in mutualism with other organisms. for example, some fungi grow on or in the roots of a plant. this relationship is called a mycorrhiza. the plant provides nutrients to the fungus. the fungus helps the plant absorb minerals and protects it from some diseases.

Explanation:

Fungi can be decomposers, feeding on dead plant or animal matter. Some are parasites, living off other organisms. Others are in mutualistic relationships like mycorrhiza, getting nutrients from plants while providing benefits in return.

Answer:

1. Feeding on dead plant or animal matter (as decomposers).
2. Living as parasites on other organisms.
3. Engaging in mutualistic relationships (such as mycorrhiza with plants).