Assertion (A): Fungi do not undergo photosynthesis

Reason (R): Fungi usually live in dark places.

Directions: Choose the correct option:

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Solution

Correct answer: (b) Both assertion(A) and reason(R) are true, but reason(R) is not the correct explanation for assertion.

Fungal cells do not possess chlorophyll at all and hence, these organisms show heterotrophic mode of nutrition.

They usually live in moist and dark places.

Hence the correct option is (b).

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Assertion (A): Fungi do not undergo photosynthesis

Reason (R): Fungi usually live in dark places.

Directions: Choose the correct option: