Which feature seen in chytrids supports the hypothesis that they diverged early in fungal evolution?
A) the absence of chitin within the cell wall
B) coenocytic hyphae
C) flagellated spores
D) parasitic lifestyle

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Chytrids are unique among fungi because they produce flagellated spores, indicating an early divergence in fungal evolution. This feature is considered primitive and links them to ancestral aquatic fungi, as flagella are typically associated with movement in water.

Which Feature Seen in Chytrids Supports the Hypothesis That They