JAMB Biology 1985 Question 7

Question 7

Viruses, Monera, Protista and Fungi

Which of the following is NOT true of Mucor? It

  1. A.contains chlorophyll
  2. B.grows saprophytically
  3. C.bears spores in sporangium
  4. D.consists of hyphae
  5. E.reproduces by conjugation.
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Answer: A (contains chlorophyll)

Explanation

Mucor is a fungus, so it has no chlorophyll and feeds saprophytically on dead matter.