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Clamp connections are observed in

Updated On: Jun 7, 2022
  • Basidiomycetes
  • Zygomycetes
  • Ascomycetes
  • Oomycetes
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Clamp connections are observed in Basidiomycetes [club fungi). During nuclear divisions of the dikaryoric cell, special structures called the clamp connections are formed. These clamp connections ensure that the sister nuclei of the dikaryon, at each division, separate into daughter cells.
Torula stage of fungus is observed in Zygomycetes. In Zygomycetes the zygospore germinates to produce a hypha, the promycelium with terminal sporangium.
In Oomycetes one of the flagellum is of tinsel type and the other of whiplash type. The hyphal wall chiefly consists of $\beta$ glucans and cellulose and not chitin. The mycelium is extensive an coenocytic.
In Ascomycetes the spore of sexual stage (meiospores) which are known as the ascospores are endogenous in origin. They are produced within sac-like structures called asci which very in shape.
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Concepts Used:

Kingdom Fungi - Edible Fungus

Fungi (singular: fungus or funguses) are eukaryotic organisms classified under the kingdom Fungi. These organisms can be single-celled or multicellular. They include organisms, particularly yeasts, mushrooms, and molds. The eukaryotic microorganisms possess a cell wall made of chitin and polysaccharides. With that, they can be found anywhere and are classified as heterotrophs

The nucleus they keep is surrounded by a nucleus membrane and is dense, clear, and also contains chromatin threads. The existence of fungi can be seen as black spots found on bread, mushrooms, and yeast cells. These microorganisms are also responsible for fungal and skin diseases. 

  • Based on the mode of nutrition, fungi can be classified as Saprophytic, Parasitic, and Symbiotic. 
  • Based on spore formation, fungi can be classified as Zygomycetes, Ascomycetes, Basidiomycetes, and Deuteromycetes.

Read More: Biological Classification

Following are the important features of fungi:

  • Fungi are multicellular organisms that have a cell wall, organelles, and a nucleus but no chloroplasts.
  • They lack locomotion mechanisms. Fungi can range in size from microscopic to massive ( such as mushrooms).
  • The process of obtaining nutrients is known as absorption.
  • Fungi, for the most part, get their nutrients from decaying matter.