The adaptive advantage associated with the filamentous nature of fungal mycelia is primarily related to a. the ability to form haustoria and parasitize other organisms. b. avoiding sexual reproduction until the environment changes. c. the potential to inhabit almost all terrestrial habitats. d. the increased probability of contact between different mating types. e. an extensive surface area well suited for invasive growth and absorptive nutrition
Main Topics Key Terms Chapter 21:Conservation and Biodiversity Conservation Biology and Biodiversity o Conservation biology: A new discipline studying aspects of biodiversity > in order to conserve natural resources o Involves both scientific concepts and their application to practical problems o It supports four ethical principles Biodiversity is desirable for the biosphere and humans. Extinctions due to human actions are undesirable. The complex interactions in ecosystems support biodiversity & are therefore desirable. Biodiversity from evolutionary change has value by itself, regardless of any practical benefit. Biodiversity o Biodiversity : Variety of life on
