Glossary Item
Fungi : fungi
Effective 14 July 2015Preferred Term: fungi
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Definition:
The plural for fungus, fungi are microorganisms that can be a single cell or a collection of cells which form a fruiting body. Fungi reproduce via the production of spores which may be spread long distances by air, water, or on equipment or clothing or they may be soil borne. Fungi include yeasts, moulds and mushrooms.