The dung-inhabiting Pilobolus fungus is ________, and can catapult sporangia up to 8 meters (26 feet) away from the from the dung pile where they are growing.
A) moisture sensitive
B) temperature sensitive
C) sensitive to grazing animals
D) light sensitive
E) dangerous

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Pilobolus fungus is light sensitive, which helps it to aim and catapult its sporangia towards areas with more light, facilitating the spread of its spores away from the original dung pile.

The Dung-Inhabiting Pilobolus Fungus Is ________, and Can Catapult Sporangia