Question

What are the 2 types of perennating structures the plasmodium divides during unfavourable conditions?

Answer 1

Types of perennating structures the plasmodium divides during unfavourable conditions:

1. Cyst
2. Sclerotium.

Characteristics:

1. A cyst is a sac-like pocket of membranous tissue.
2. A cyst can grow anywhere in the body or under the skin.
3. It contains air, fluid, or other substances.
4. Sclerotium is a dark hard body of certain fungi which is rested.
5. It consists of hyphal threads mass.
6. Sclerotium is capable of remaining dormant for long periods of time.