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What do you mean by Aplanospore?


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Aplanospore:

  1. Non-motile, asexual spores formed by certain types of algae and fungi are known as aplanospores.
  2. Aplanospore has a thin wall and it depends on water currents for transport.
  3. Aplanospores can endure harsh environmental conditions.

Example:

Aplanospores are produced by lower fungi, algae like Haematococcus pluvialis.


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