1. FUNGI
Rutvij Khatri

2. Structure of Fungi
► Filaments of fungi are Septated
called hyphae.
► The cell walls contain
chitin.
► The MYCELIUM is a
mat of hyphae visible
to the unaided eye ( Unseptated - coenocytic
bread mold)
► Some hyphae may
divided by cross
sections called septa

4. Fungi and Humans
► Many people have allergies triggered by
mold.
► Fungal skin infections – skin, nails and hair
 Ringworm, athlete’s foot
► Internal organs - Histoplasmosis

5. Fungi in Industry
► Fungi produce many products used in the
medical field such as penicillin,
cephalosporin antibotics, cortisone
► Fungi are used in genetic engineering –
vaccine for hepatitis B was developed using
the yeast plasmid as the vector.
► Yeast is used to make ethanol.
► Yeast are known for making breads rise.

6. Fungi in the Food Industry
Mushrooms,
morels and
truffles are
widely consumed
by humans.

7. Fungi are Plant Pathogens
► Many fungi attack
grain or fruit.

8. Fungi on stale bread

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