CameraIcon
CameraIcon
SearchIcon
MyQuestionIcon
MyQuestionIcon
1
You visited us 1 times! Enjoying our articles? Unlock Full Access!
Question

What are Rhizomorphs?


Open in App
Solution

Rhizomorphs:

  1. Parallel hyphae and branched tubular filaments make comprise the body of a typical fungus, whereas the rhizomorph is a threadlike or cordlike structure found in mushrooms (Kingdom Fungi).
  2. Rhizomorphs act as both nutrition absorbers and translators.
  3. A hyphal strand aggregation that appears like a rope is known as a rhizomorph.
  4. Root form is a straight translation of the term "rhizomorph."
  5. Rhizomorphs derive their name from the fact that they look like plant roots. Rhizomorphs in the garden or the woods indicate a healthy fungus population.

flag
Suggest Corrections
thumbs-up
3
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
similar_icon
Related Videos
thumbnail
lock
Population Interactions
BIOLOGY
Watch in App
Join BYJU'S Learning Program
CrossIcon