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	==Ecological Roles==		==Ecological Roles==
	~~[[File:Mycorrhizal_fungi.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Mycorrhizal fungi forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots.]]~~
	Fungi are essential components of ecosystems, serving as decomposers that break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the environment. They form symbiotic relationships with plants, such as mycorrhizae, where fungi enhance plant nutrient uptake in exchange for carbohydrates.		Fungi are essential components of ecosystems, serving as decomposers that break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the environment. They form symbiotic relationships with plants, such as mycorrhizae, where fungi enhance plant nutrient uptake in exchange for carbohydrates.

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	~~'''Fungus''' is a group~~ of ~~eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds~~, ~~as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, separate from plants, animals~~, and ~~bacteria~~.		{{Short description\|A comprehensive overview of fungi, their characteristics, and significance in medicine and ecology.}}

	== ~~Characteristics~~ ==		==Fungi==
			[[File:Mushroom_forest.jpg\|thumb\|right\|Mushrooms, a common type of fungus, growing in a forest.]]
			Fungi are a diverse group of eukaryotic organisms that are classified under the kingdom [[Fungi]]. They are distinct from plants, animals, and bacteria, and are characterized by their unique modes of nutrition, reproduction, and growth. Fungi play crucial roles in ecosystems as decomposers, symbionts, and pathogens.

	Fungi are ~~characterized by their chitinous~~ cell ~~walls, and their mode~~ of ~~nutrition~~, which ~~is absorptive~~. ~~They are also known for their ability to produce spores~~, ~~which are used for reproduction~~.		==Characteristics==
			Fungi are primarily multicellular organisms, although some, like yeasts, are unicellular. They have a cell wall composed of [[chitin]], unlike plants which have cell walls made of cellulose. Fungi obtain nutrients through absorption, secreting enzymes that break down complex organic matter into simpler compounds that can be absorbed.

	== ~~Classification~~ ==		===Structure===
			The body of a fungus is typically composed of a network of filaments called [[hyphae]], which form a mass known as a [[mycelium]]. The mycelium is the vegetative part of the fungus and is responsible for nutrient absorption. Some fungi produce fruiting bodies, such as mushrooms, which are reproductive structures that release spores.

	Fungi ~~are classified into several major groups, including~~ the ~~[[Ascomycota]]~~, ~~[[Basidiomycota]]~~, ~~[[Chytridiomycota]]~~, ~~and [[Zygomycota]]~~. ~~Each~~ of ~~these groups has distinct characteristics~~ and ~~includes a wide variety~~ of ~~species~~.		===Reproduction===
			Fungi reproduce both sexually and asexually. Asexual reproduction often involves the production of spores, which can be dispersed by wind, water, or animals. Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of specialized cells, leading to genetic recombination and the formation of spores.

	== ~~Role in Nature~~ ==		==Ecological Roles==
			[[File:Mycorrhizal_fungi.jpg\|thumb\|left\|Mycorrhizal fungi forming symbiotic relationships with plant roots.]]
			Fungi are essential components of ecosystems, serving as decomposers that break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the environment. They form symbiotic relationships with plants, such as mycorrhizae, where fungi enhance plant nutrient uptake in exchange for carbohydrates.

	Fungi ~~play a crucial role~~ in ~~nature as decomposers~~, ~~breaking down organic matter~~ and ~~returning nutrients to the soil~~. Some ~~fungi also form~~ [[~~symbiotic relationships~~]] ~~with plants~~, ~~aiding in nutrient uptake~~.		Fungi also act as pathogens, causing diseases in plants, animals, and humans. Some well-known fungal diseases include [[athlete's foot]], [[ringworm]], and [[candidiasis]].

	== Medical ~~Importance~~ ==		==Medical Significance==
			Fungi have significant medical importance. They are sources of antibiotics, such as [[penicillin]], and other pharmaceuticals. However, they can also cause infections, particularly in immunocompromised individuals. Fungal infections can range from superficial skin infections to life-threatening systemic diseases.

	~~Some fungi~~ are ~~pathogenic to humans and can cause diseases such as~~ [[~~athlete's foot~~]], [[~~ringworm~~]], and [[~~histoplasmosis~~]]. ~~Other fungi produce antibiotics~~, ~~such as [[penicillin]]~~, ~~which are used to treat bacterial infections~~.		==Industrial and Economic Importance==
			Fungi are used in various industrial processes, including the production of [[bread]], [[beer]], and [[cheese]]. They are also used in biotechnology for the production of enzymes, biofuels, and other valuable compounds.
	~~== See Also ==~~

			==Related pages==
	* [[Mycology]]		* [[Mycology]]
	* [[~~Mycosis~~]]		* [[Mushroom]]
	* [[~~Antifungal medication~~]]		* [[Yeast]]
			* [[Lichen]]
	~~== References ==~~		* [[Antifungal]]

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			[[Category:Fungi]]
			[[Category:Mycology]]
	[[Category:Microbiology]]		[[Category:Microbiology]]
	~~[[Category:Mycology]]~~
	~~[[Category:Pathogenic fungi]]~~
	~~[[Category:Medicine]]~~
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	~~File:Fungi_collage.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:HYPHAE.png\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Fungus_cell_cycle-en.svg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Omphalotus_nidiformis_Binnamittalong_2_email.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Fungus_in_a_Wood.JPG\|Fungus~~
	~~File:White_fungus_in_wood_chips.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Pier_Antonio_Micheli.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Penicillium_labeled_cropped.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Armillaria_ostoyae_MO.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:DecayingPeachSmall.gif\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Polyporus_squamosus_Molter.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~File:Morelasci.jpg\|Fungus~~
	~~</gallery>~~

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'''Fungus''' is a group of eukaryotic organisms that includes microorganisms such as yeasts and molds, as well as the more familiar mushrooms. These organisms are classified as a kingdom, separate from plants, animals, and bacteria.

== Characteristics ==

Fungi are characterized by their chitinous cell walls, and their mode of nutrition, which is absorptive. They are also known for their ability to produce spores, which are used for reproduction.

== Classification ==

Fungi are classified into several major groups, including the [[Ascomycota]], [[Basidiomycota]], [[Chytridiomycota]], and [[Zygomycota]]. Each of these groups has distinct characteristics and includes a wide variety of species.

== Role in Nature ==

Fungi play a crucial role in nature as decomposers, breaking down organic matter and returning nutrients to the soil. Some fungi also form [[symbiotic relationships]] with plants, aiding in nutrient uptake.

== Medical Importance ==

Some fungi are pathogenic to humans and can cause diseases such as [[athlete's foot]], [[ringworm]], and [[histoplasmosis]]. Other fungi produce antibiotics, such as [[penicillin]], which are used to treat bacterial infections.

== See Also ==

* [[Mycology]]
* [[Mycosis]]
* [[Antifungal medication]]

== References ==

<references />

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[[Category:Microbiology]]
[[Category:Mycology]]
[[Category:Pathogenic fungi]]
[[Category:Medicine]]
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			File:Fungi_collage.jpg\|Fungus
			File:HYPHAE.png\|Fungus
			File:Fungus_cell_cycle-en.svg\|Fungus
			File:Omphalotus_nidiformis_Binnamittalong_2_email.jpg\|Fungus
			File:Fungus_in_a_Wood.JPG\|Fungus
			File:White_fungus_in_wood_chips.jpg\|Fungus
			File:Pier_Antonio_Micheli.jpg\|Fungus
			File:Penicillium_labeled_cropped.jpg\|Fungus
			File:Armillaria_ostoyae_MO.jpg\|Fungus
			File:DecayingPeachSmall.gif\|Fungus
			File:Polyporus_squamosus_Molter.jpg\|Fungus
			File:Morelasci.jpg\|Fungus
			</gallery>