Question

Give, the scientific term for a cell with two haploid nuclei of different mating types.

Answer 1

Dikaryon is the scientific term for a cell with two haploid nuclei of different mating types. It is observed in fungi with septate hyphae belonging to Ascomycetes and basidiomycetes. The cytoplasmic fusion of two hyphae designated as + and - strain gives rise to the dikaryon condition.