What are the specialized hyphae, possessed primarily by parasitic fungi, with which they can penetrate the host?

a. sporangium
b. mycelium
c. haustoria
d. septa


c. haustoria

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A) primary only B) secondary and tertiary C) secondary only D) primary and secondary

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Bile is crucial for ________ digestion because of its function in ________.

A. protein; protecting the stomach lining B. nucleic acids; uncoiling DNA strands C. fat; emulsification D. protein; lyophilization E. fat; solubilizing glycerol:fatty acid bonds

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Explain the mechanisms required for a Venus flytrap to close its trap when stimulated by an insect.

What will be an ideal response?

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The interactions and exchange of energy between all feeding levels is known as a ________

A) feeding frenzy B) trophic level C) food web D) food succession

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