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JAMB Biology 2013 Objective — Question 21

Question 21 of 50 from the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) Biology 2013 Objective paper, with the correct answer and a full explanation.

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Fungi are referred to as heterotrophs because they

  • A. have mycelium
  • B. lack roots
  • C. are filamentous
  • D. lack chlorophyllCorrect

Explanation

Organisms that cannot manufacture their own food are called heterotrophs. Fungi are heterotrophs since they lack chlorophyll. They show a saprophytic mode of nutrition.

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