The fungus Penicillium produces a compound that blocks peptidoglycan assembly. Why is a fungus trying to kill bacteria?
A. The fungal compound is produced in response to a bacterial invasion of the fungal hyphae.
B. Fungi eat bacteria.
C. The compound produced by the fungus is used for nitrogen fixation, the antibacterial properties are accidental.
D. Fungi and bacteria are both decomposers and compete for resources.
Answer: D
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