BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781260169614
Author: Raven
Publisher: RENT MCG
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To explain: The role of glomeromycota in the colonization of lands by plants.

Introduction: Fungi are organisms that are found in both terrestrial and aquatic environments. They are closely related to animals as they share a common ancestor with animals. Theyare capable of colonizing plants and play a major role in carbon cycle, breaking dead and dying plant matter.

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