Sr Characteristics Yeasts Molds 1 Definition Single-celled fungi Multicellular fungi with complex filamentous structures 2 Cell type Unicellular multicellular 3 Species There are more than 1500 species of yeasts There are more than 100,000 different types of molds. Some are…
Introduction Dimorphic fungi are a group of fungi that can exist in two different morphological forms depending on their growth conditions. These fungi are capable of switching between a yeast-like form and a filamentous or mold-like form, depending on temperature,…
Introduction Systemic mycoses are a group of fungal infections that affect multiple organs or tissues in the body, leading to serious and potentially life-threatening illnesses. These infections can occur in both immunocompromised and immunocompetent individuals and are caused by a…
Introduction Subcutaneous mycoses are a type of fungal infection that affects the subcutaneous tissues, which are the layers of tissue that lie beneath the skin. This type of fungal infection is caused by a group of fungi known as the…
Introduction Superficial mycosis is a fungal infection that affects the outermost layers of the skin, hair, and nails. It is caused by various species of fungi, including dermatophytes, yeasts, and molds. Superficial mycosis is a common condition, particularly in tropical…
Definition of mycoses Mycosis (Plural: mycoses) also known as fungal infection, is a disease caused by different types of fungi. Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that can grow in different environments, including soil, water, and plants. Some fungi…
Introduction Fungi are a diverse group of microorganisms that play important roles in many ecological, agricultural, and industrial processes. Fungal growth requirements refer to the environmental and nutritional conditions necessary for fungi to grow. Studying fungal growth requirements is crucial…
Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that belong to the kingdom of Fungi. These are eukaryotic, non-photosynthetic creatures that take nourishment from their surroundings by absorbing organic materials. Fungi can live in many different places, including soil, water, plants,…
Introduction Before understanding the cell wall of fungi, you must know that the cytoplasm of growing yeasts and mycelia has more salts and sugars than the fluid around it. This difference in osmotic pressure causes a net flow of water…
Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that are found in nearly every environment on Earth. They play important roles in ecosystems, breaking down organic matter, producing food and medicine, and forming symbiotic relationships with plants. Some fungi are decomposers,…
