Question

A biologist is in the process of classifying a newly discovered fungus. The observed characteristics include chitin in the cell walls and flagellated spores. To which group does the organism most likely belong?

A. Zygomycota
B. Basidiomycota
C. Ascomycota
D. Chrytridiomycota

Answer 1

D

Step-by-step explanation:

Answer 2

The right option is; D. Chrytridiomycota

The organism most likely belong to the group; Chrytridiomycota

Chytridiomycota is a phylum of fungi that have flagellated zoospores (motile cells). An important defining trait of the group is the chitin strengthening their cell walls. They are microscopic in size, and are mainly aquatic. They can be found in freshwater, marine or wet soils.