Section 3 Flashcards
(9 cards)
What type of organisms are fungus-like protists?
Eukaryotic, multicellular or multi nucleated heterotrophic organisms
They obtain nutrients by absorbing organic matter.
What are the two main groups of fungus-like protists?
Slime molds and water molds
These groups exhibit different characteristics and life cycles.
Where are slime molds typically found?
Damp soil, rotting logs, decaying leaves, or other moist decomposing matter
They thrive in environments rich in organic material.
What are the two phyla of slime molds?
Acrasiomycota and Myxomycota
These phyla represent different evolutionary lineages within slime molds.
What are the two phases of the life cycle of slime molds?
Motile feeding phase and reproductive phase
The motile phase resembles amoeboid movement, while the reproductive phase is stationary.
What characterizes water molds?
Fungus-like organisms made of branching filaments of cells
They are primarily aquatic and can be found in freshwater environments.
In which phylum are water molds classified?
Oomycota
This classification reflects their unique structural and reproductive features.
Fill in the blank: Water molds are often found in _______.
Fresh water
Some species also inhabit soil or are parasitic.
What is an example of a water mold?
Saprolegnia
It appears as a white fuzz on diseased aquarium fish.
