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    Molds In Deuteromycota

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    In the past, most molds(fungi) were classified within the Deuteromycota but now can be classified into divisons of zygomycota and ascomycota. Slime molds are different they are now classified into protista. Molds cause biodegradation of natural materials, which can be unwanted when it becomes food spoilage or damage to property. Typically, molds secrete hydrolytic enzymes, mainly from the hyphal tips. These enzymes degrade complex biopolymers such as starch, cellulose and lignin into simpler substances which can be absorbed by the hyphae. In this way molds play a major role in causingdecomposition of organic material, enabling the recycling of nutrients throughout ecosystems. Many molds also synthesise mycotoxins and siderophores which, together with lytic enzymes, inhibit the growth of competing microorganisms.…

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    Black Mold Research Paper

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    Do You Have Black Mold? What is black mold? Are there other kinds of mold? How do you know which one you have? What’s the big deal about black mold anyway? Once you become an adult, who’s responsible for your home or apartment, you have a whole new set of problems. The biggest one is how to stay safe in your home. One culprit that will harm the overall safety of you and/or your family is black mold. According to moldpedia.com http://moldpedia.com/black-mold-stachybotrys , black mold or toxic…

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    may produce less sick if their leaves, which are necessary for photosynthesis, are affected by a disease. The damage may affect the edible parts of the cultivation, or, in the case of cultivars ornamental, they may lose their attractiveness, in both cases it can affect the commercial value of the crop. To improve the storage period and the quality of the plants and the products harvested. The losses by diseases occur after the harvest, during storage. Fungi often spoiled (make unusable) fruits,…

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    Fetal development problems . Mental toxic-black-mold-symptoms-2 Mold toxicity produces PEA and gultamate. It affects the nervous system from electrified brain signals. Neurons in the brain can be killed and impair one's mental ability. Anxiety, mood swings and irritability would be produced and could be difficult to control. Symptoms: Confusion Brain fog Shortened attention span Difficulty concentrating and paying attention Slowed reflexes Disorientation Dizziness…

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    Mold Research Paper

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    Many homeowners know that having mold in their homes is bad, yet they are unaware of exactly how bad it is for their health. Mold can spread and grow anywhere in a home or business as long as there is oxygen and moisture present. Mold releases spores that can center your home through windows, vents, and doorways. It can also be brought into a home by attaching to clothing or a pet. Mold is most commonly found in basements that have been flooded, underneath or behind refrigerators, and underneath…

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    Mold In The Home

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    Mold in the home can cause an array of issues for inhabitants. Not only can mold growth damage interior fixtures, it can also cause significant respiratory issues if left unchecked. Fortunately, Midland Insurance Agency has what it takes to assist Staten Island residents in protecting their home and everything in it. This is due in no small part to the extensive experience of this dependable company, with more than 15 years spent in the insurance industry tackling everything from homeowners…

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    Free Mold Research Paper

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    Mold allergies can cause a whole host of irritating symptoms, from nonstop sneezing to general malaise. A free mold inspection is the first line of defense against this potentially dangerous problem. UPM provides residents of Cincinnati, OH with reliable mold testing, remediation, and restoration services. When your home tests positive for the presence of mold, you may be surprised. Isn’t mold very black, very fuzzy, and very obvious to the naked eye? Not always, as it turns out. Mold…

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    Stachybotrys (black mold) is a dark green almost black slimy mold that produces a deadly poison called mycotoxins. It often grows on cellulose based items like straw and paper after coming into contact with water. Stachybotrys enters a person’s system through the spores. Spores are tiny seed like structures which are produced in the mold. Mold spores are invisible to an person’s naked eye. The spores multiply promptly after coming into contact with water. Mycotoxins are present on the surface…

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    Exposure to mold can cause up to 40 different symptoms that degrade our natural state of performance. Sudden mold exposure can cause your eyes to twitch, severe sinus and ear infections, brain fog, tired, anxious, and feeling hung over. Mold exposure and sensitivity is quite difficult to diagnose due to how broad the symptoms are that often lead to a misdiagnoses which cause more harm. The United States has extremely poor mycotoxin regulation. Poor factory farming practices, changes in soil by…

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    over. From yellow liquid falling from planes to eyewitness accounts, Yellow Rain had an impact on people in Southeast Asia. The mysteries of Yellow Rain is being disputed to this day and the results are still inconclusive. In 1981, United States Secretary of State Alexander Haig accused the Soviet Union on supplying the communist states in Vietnam and Laos with “Yellow Rain”. Alexander Haig believed that T-2 mycotoxins were used as a counterinsurgency warfare. Through scientific research,…

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