Question

Which of the following statement(s) are false about fungi?

i. All fungi are unicellular microorganisms

ii. Fungi produce their own food

iii. Some fungi are edible

iv. Fungi grow on dead and decaying substances

• A. iv
• B. i and ii
• C. iii and iv
• D. ii and iii

Answer 1

The correct option is B

i and ii

Fungi are a group of organisms which grow on dead and decaying substances. These are multicellular organisms and are classified into a different kingdom also termed Fungi. Fungi as a group contains a large number of organisms like molds, mushrooms, and unicellular yeasts. Some mushrooms are edible while others are poisonous.