Mycetismus is caused by
A) ingestion of food contaminated with fungus.
B) ingestion of toxic mushrooms.
C) ingestion of milk from a cow that has ingested feed contaminated with fungal toxins.
D) inhalation of fungal allergens.
E) contamination of a wound with pathogenic fungi present in the skin.
B
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A. release; obtained B. input; released C. input; obtained D. release; released
The "Central Dogma" of molecular biology described by Watson and Crick describes
the passing of genetic information from DNA to RNA by translation. the passing of genetic information from RNA to protein by transcription. the inheritance of traits between generations. the production of energy in a cell. the directional flow of genetic information in cells.
Which of the following explains why Ginkgo biloba is often planted in public spaces?
a. Ginkgo biloba trees are resistant to air pollution. b. Male ginkgo biloba trees have a pleasant smell. c. Female ginkgo biloba trees produce attractive flowers. d. Ginkgo biloba trees require minimal water.
Most fungi exist as (parasites/saprobes/autotrophs) and function as the major decomposers of organic material.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).