Understanding the Role of Fungus-like Protists

The video discusses the Great Irish Potato Famine, highlighting its impact on Irish society and the role of fungus-like protists in destroying potato crops. It explores the nature of these protists, their ability to attack various crops, and their classification as heterotrophs. The video also delves into slime molds, a type of fungus-like protist, explaining their life cycle, reproduction through spores, and their formation over decaying organic matter.

What was the primary reason for the massive migration of the Irish population during the Great Irish Potato Famine?

• Natural disasters other than famine

• Political unrest in Ireland

• Destruction of potato crops by fungus-like protists

• Economic opportunities in other countries

Which of the following crops can also be affected by fungus-like protists?

• Corn

• Rice

• Wheat

• Barley

How do fungus-like protists obtain their nutrients?

• By consuming other living or once-living things

• By absorbing sunlight

• Through photosynthesis

• Through chemical reactions in the soil

What is a characteristic feature of slime molds during their life cycle?

• They develop a moist, shapeless ooze

• They form a hard shell

• They produce flowers

• They grow tall stalks

How do slime molds reproduce?

• By binary fission

• Via spores

• By budding

• Through seeds