Question

Explain cell wall synthesis of fungal hypae​

Answer 1

Explanation:

The fungal cell wall is composed of chitin (acetylglucosamine polymers), glucans, polysaccharides and mucopolysaccharides, waxes, and pigments (Kendrick, 1992). Glucans present in the fungal cell wall are endotoxin-like substances that may stimulate the immune system (Rylander, 1992). Fungal cell wall pigments such as melanin may be present to protect against ultraviolet radiation (Kendick, 1992). Fungi may release enzymes to digest organic material. As reviewed by Burge (2001), these enzymes or their secondary metabolites may in turn be antigenic, thereby stimulating a type I immediate hypersensitivity or allergic reaction. Irritation of mucous membranes may result from contact with volatile metabolites. Toxicity for some forms of life may result from the produced mycotoxins or antibiotics. Antibiotics isolated from mold cultures may be bacteriocidal or bacteriostatic, properties that have been used medicinally to treat infections.

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