Multiple Choice
Which of the following is the correct order of taxonomic ranks from the most inclusive to the least inclusive?
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1. Introduction to Biology
Introduction to Taxonomy
Multiple Choice
Which of the following characteristics is unique to fungi and not exhibited by plants?
A
Photosynthetic ability
B
Storage of starch as an energy reserve
C
Presence of chloroplasts
D
Cell walls containing chitin
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Understand the question: The problem asks to identify a characteristic unique to fungi that is not exhibited by plants. This requires comparing the structural and functional features of fungi and plants.
Review the characteristics of plants: Plants are photosynthetic organisms that contain chloroplasts, store energy as starch, and have cell walls made of cellulose.
Review the characteristics of fungi: Fungi are non-photosynthetic organisms, lack chloroplasts, store energy as glycogen (not starch), and have cell walls made of chitin.
Compare the options provided: Photosynthetic ability, storage of starch, and presence of chloroplasts are characteristics of plants, not fungi. The unique feature of fungi is their cell walls containing chitin.
Conclude the reasoning: The correct answer is 'Cell walls containing chitin,' as this is a structural feature unique to fungi and not found in plants.
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