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Fungi are a kingdom of multicellular heterotrophs. They feed primarily on decomposing plant material, aided by their ability to produce cellulose. | Fungi are a kingdom of multicellular heterotrophs. They feed primarily on decomposing plant material, aided by their ability to produce cellulose. | ||
| − | The fruiting bodies of fungi are known as a [[mushroom]], and are used for culinary purposes or intoxication depending on variety. | + | The fruiting bodies of fungi are known as a [[mushroom]], and are used for culinary purposes or intoxication depending on variety, although many contain deadly toxins. |
The study of fungi is known as [[mycology]]. | The study of fungi is known as [[mycology]]. | ||
Revision as of 17:21, May 28, 2007
Fungi are a kingdom of multicellular heterotrophs. They feed primarily on decomposing plant material, aided by their ability to produce cellulose.
The fruiting bodies of fungi are known as a mushroom, and are used for culinary purposes or intoxication depending on variety, although many contain deadly toxins.
The study of fungi is known as mycology.