Nutritional Mode of Fungi

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Fungi are a separate kingdom of organisms that play crucial roles in ecosystems. They are distinct from plants, animals, and bacteria due to their unique cellular structure and life processes. One significant characteristic that differentiates fungi from other microorganisms is their mode of nutrition.

Which of the following options correctly describes the nutritional mode utilized by fungi?

Fungi are autotrophic and produce their own food through photosynthesis.

Fungi are heterotrophic, obtaining nutrients by absorbing organic matter from their environment.

Fungi are parasitic only, feeding exclusively on living hosts.

Fungi can only obtain nutrients through symbiotic relationships with plants.

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