What are fungi?

Fungi are a diverse group of organisms that belong to their own kingdom called Fungi. They are neither plants nor animals but share some characteristics with both. Fungi are eukaryotic, meaning they have cells with distinct nuclei, and are mostly multicellular, although some are single-celled. They obtain nutrients by decomposing organic matter or by forming mutually beneficial relationships with other organisms, such as plants. Fungi play a crucial role in ecosystems, functioning as decomposers, recycling nutrients, and breaking down dead material. They also have practical applications in various industries, such as food production, medicine, and biotechnology. Fungi include well-known organisms like mushrooms, molds, and yeasts, but their taxonomy comprises a vast range of species with incredible diversity in size, shape, and lifestyle.

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