Life: The Science of Biology 11th Edition

Published by W. H. Freeman
ISBN 10: 1-31901-016-4
ISBN 13: 978-1-31901-016-4

Chapter 29 - The Evolution and Diversity of Fungi - 29.3 - Sex in Fungi Involves Multiple Mating Types - 29.3 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 629: 2

Answer

A zygospore is a single cell that remains dormant under stressful environmental conditions, waiting for certain cues such as light, moisture, or chemicals. The zygospore germinates when its surroundings become more favorable. Meiosis shortly follows and haploid vegetative cells are released.

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A zygospore is a single cell that remains dormant under stressful environmental conditions, waiting for certain cues such as light, moisture, or chemicals. The zygospore germinates when its surroundings become more favorable. Meiosis shortly follows and haploid vegetative cells are released.
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