Question

Name three harmful fungi mentioning their harmful effects

Answer 1

Answer:

Fungi are group of microorganism which is characterized by heterotrophic as well as eukaryotic organism which lacks chlorophyll and doesn't have the ability to prepare its own food.

The following is the name of the three harmful fungi:

1. Dermatophytes:

This fungus causes a disease named ringworm as it causes rash in circular shape. This fungus lives in skin, cloths, bedding, and so on. It is found in groin, feet, scalp, and beard.

Effects:

• Itchy skin
• Ring-shaped rash
• Red, scaly, cracked skin
• Hair loss

2. Candida:

This a yeast which is a fungal type which lives inside mount, gut, and vagina. This fungus causes Vaginal Candidiasis. This yeast starts to grow once, the condition inside the body is favorable for its growth.

Effects:

• Vaginal itching or soreness
• Pain during sexual intercourse
• Pain or discomfort when urinating
• Abnormal vaginal discharge

3. Sporothrix:

This fungus causes sporotrichosis which is also called as rose gardener's disease. This fungus are found in moss, hay, and rose bushes. This is affected when the fungus comes in contact with skin.

Effects:

• Small and painless bumps
• Cough and shortage of breath
• Fever
• Chest pain