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1
Q

what is mycology?

A

study of fungi

2
Q

what is mycotoxicology?

A

study of fungal toxins and their effects

3
Q

what are mycoses?

A

diseases caused by fungi

4
Q
what is tinea:
pedis
corpora
captitis
manuum
A

athletes foot
ringworm
hair shaft
hands

5
Q

what is Cryptococcus?

A

a capsulated yeast

6
Q

what is aspergillus?

A

mould

7
Q

who is most susceptible to fungal infection?

A

immuno-compromised individuals