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What are fungi
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Large microorganisms with thick cell walls. Eukaryotes.
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Define yeast
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Anaerobic single celled fungus. Often spherical. Reproduce with budding and division.
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Define mold
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Aerobic multicellular fungus, have hyphae, reproduce with division and budding
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How do fungi cause disease
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They adapt well to host environment, colonize skin, digest kerativ, have wide temp tolerance, have low O2 need. Suppress immune defences.
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What are superficial mycoses
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Occur on or near skin, mucous membranes, hair, nails. Tineas.
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