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WHAT IS FUNGI?
Fungi  are group of eukaryotic  micro-organisms Eg( mould) and are heterotrophs. They cannot manufacture their own food as photosynthetic organisms can.

Most species of fungi are saprotrophic. They decompose dead matter. Many are parasitic; they obtain nutrients from living organisms.

Fungi are the principle decomposers in every ecosystem. They can break down most organic compounds including lignin, a compound that is a major component of wood and is very difficult to break down or digest..


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