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Rhizoid

Rhizoids, in fungi, are small branching hyphae that grow downwards from the stolons that anchors the fungus; they release digestive enzymes, and absorbs digested organic material.

Rhizoids, in bryophytes, are root-like structures that anchors the plant to the ground.



05-27-2008 11:01:51
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