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Saprophytic protists resemble fungi in :...

Saprophytic protists resemble fungi in :
[where `N`- Nutrition, `S-` Spore formation, `C-` Cell wall composition, `F-` Fruiting bodies, `P`- Plasmodium formation]

A

`N,S,P`

B

`S,C,F`

C

`N,S,F`

D

`S,P,F`

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To solve the question "Saprophytic protists resemble fungi in:", we need to evaluate the options provided: Nutrition (N), Spore formation (S), Cell wall composition (C), Fruiting bodies (F), and Plasmodium formation (P). ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Nutrition (N)**: - Saprophytic protists and fungi both obtain their nutrients by breaking down organic matter. They are heterotrophic organisms that feed on dead and decaying material, which is characteristic of saprophytic nutrition. - **Conclusion**: This option is correct. 2. **Spore Formation (S)**: - Both saprophytic protists and fungi reproduce through spores. The spores produced by both groups are often encased in a protective cell wall, which aids in their survival and dispersal. - **Conclusion**: This option is also correct. 3. **Cell Wall Composition (C)**: - The cell wall composition of fungi is primarily made of chitin, while saprophytic protists may have cell walls made of different materials, such as cellulose or silica. Therefore, they do not share the same cell wall composition. - **Conclusion**: This option is incorrect. 4. **Fruiting Bodies (F)**: - Both fungi and certain saprophytic protists can form structures that are similar to fruiting bodies, such as sporangia, which are involved in the reproduction process. - **Conclusion**: This option is correct. 5. **Plasmodium Formation (P)**: - Plasmodium formation is specific to certain groups of protists, particularly slime molds, and does not apply to fungi. Therefore, this option does not indicate a resemblance. - **Conclusion**: This option is incorrect. ### Final Answer: The correct options where saprophytic protists resemble fungi are **Nutrition (N)**, **Spore formation (S)**, and **Fruiting bodies (F)**.
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