Question 6
Viruses, Monera, Protista and FungiThe diagram is an illustration of a fungus.
Which of the following statements about the structure labelled III is correct? It
- A.secretes digestive enzymes into the substrate
- B.absorbs mineral salts from the soil
- C.forms the root hairs of the organism
- D.develops into stolon
Show the answer and explanation
Answer: A (secretes digestive enzymes into the substrate)
Explanation
III is the rhizoids, which pour enzymes into the food (e.g. bread) and absorb the digested products.