Fungi that grow as yeast at one temperature but will grow as mold at another temperature are called
A)dimorphic.
B)saprobes.
C)pseudohyphae.
D)spores.
E)Fungi Imperfecti (Deuteromycota).

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Fungi that exhibit different growth forms (yeast or mold) at different temperatures are called dimorphic. This phenomenon is commonly seen in fungal pathogens that can infect both warm-blooded animals (37°C) and their environment (25°C). At body temperature, they grow as yeast, whereas at room temperature, they grow as mold.

Fungi That Grow as Yeast at One Temperature but Will