zygomycete
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:Under certain conditions, the zygospore will develop into a zygosporangium, containing numerous zygospores.
Definition:A specialized structure in which zygospores develop after the fusion of gametes in fungi of the class Zygomycota.
Example:The zygospore is a key reproductive structure in zygomycete fungi, forming under appropriate environmental conditions.
Definition:A spore formed by the fusion of male and female gametes in fungi, typically found in the zygospore stage of the fungal life cycle in the class Zygomycota.
Example:Zygomycete fungi play a significant role in breaking down decaying matter in forests and compost piles.
Definition:Organic material that is in the process of breaking down and decomposing, serving as a food source for a variety of fungi including the Zygomycota.
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