by romaine.huels
Protists and fungi are two incredibly diverse groups of organisms that play vital roles in our ecosystems. From the microscopic algae that produce oxygen to the mushrooms that decompose organic matter, these organisms exhibit a wide range of fascinating characteristics. This quiz will challenge your understanding of their biology, classification, and ecological significance. Are you ready to put your knowledge to the test?
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Protists and Fungi Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which of the following is a characteristic of protists?
They are all multicellular.
They are all autotrophic.
They have a nucleus.
They lack a cell membrane.
2. Which of the following is an example of a fungal infection?
Malaria
Ringworm
Tuberculosis
Influenza
3. What is the primary role of fungi in an ecosystem?
Producers
Decomposers
Primary consumers
Secondary consumers
4. Which protist is known for causing malaria?
Amoeba
Paramecium
Plasmodium
Euglena
5. What structure do fungi use to reproduce?
Seeds
Spores
Pollen
Eggs
6. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of fungi?
They are heterotrophic.
They have cell walls made of chitin.
They perform photosynthesis.
They can be unicellular or multicellular.
7. Which protist is known for its use in scientific research due to its simple structure?
Amoeba
Paramecium
Saccharomyces
Chlamydomonas
8. What is mycelium in fungi?
The spore-producing structure
The root-like structure
The network of hyphae
The fruiting body
9. Which of the following is a mutualistic relationship involving fungi?
Lichen
Parasitism
Predation
Commensalism
10. Which protist is known for its bioluminescence?
Dinoflagellates
Amoeba
Euglena
Paramecium
11. What is the main component of fungal cell walls?
Cellulose
Chitin
Lignin
Pectin
12. Which group of protists is primarily responsible for red tides?
Green algae
Brown algae
Red algae
Dinoflagellates
13. What is the term for the symbiotic association between fungi and plant roots?
Mycorrhiza
Lichen
Rhizobium
Endophyte
14. Which of the following is a characteristic of slime molds?
They are always unicellular.
They perform photosynthesis.
They can exist as a single cell or a multicellular organism.
They are classified as fungi.
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