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Fungi and Protozoa
Fungi and Protozoa
8 - STE Carina
Both protozoa and fungi can reproduce both sexually and asexually. Asexual reproduction through the
production of spores or similar structures is common in both groups.
PROTOZOA FUNGI
Protozoa are crucial Fungi are primary
components of microbial food decomposers in ecosystems.
webs in aquatic and terrestrial They break down dead
ecosystems. They are primary organic matter, such as fallen
consumers that control the leaves and wood, and recycle
population of bacteria and other nutrients back into the
microorganisms. This control ecosystem. This
helps maintain ecological decomposition process is
balance and nutrient cycling. essential for nutrient cycling.