Across
- 2. The part of the fungus that can be seen above ground in a fairy ring
- 3. Branching, threadlike tubes that anchor the mushroom into its food source and absorb materials from the food source
- 5. A tough, flexible layer that surrounds and protects the cells of fungi
- 9. Most fungi are __________, because they are made up of more than one cell
- 12. Since fungi feed on other organisms, they are classified as _________.
- 14. Where the spores are produced and released; found under the cap
Down
- 1. Branching, threadlike tubes that form the body of the mushroom; allow substances to move quickly and freely through the mushroom
- 2. To what kingdom do mushrooms belong?
- 4. Determines how a fungus looks
- 6. A naturally occurring circle of mushrooms
- 7. Since the cells of fungi have a nucleus, they are classified as _________.
- 8. The umbrella-like top of the mushroom; made up of the branching, threadlike tubes; protects the gills
- 10. unicellular fungi
- 11. Tiny reproductive cells that are produced and released by the mushroom; capable of becoming new mushrooms if they land in a spot with favorable conditions
- 13. The stem-like center of the mushroom; made up of branching, threadlike tubes; supports the cap