Chapter 29 - The Evolution and Diversity of Fungi - 29.1 - Fungi Digest Food Outside Their Bodies - 29.1 Recap - Learning Outcomes - Page 615: 1

As heterotrophs, fungi use tubular filaments called hyphae to reach out and absorb nutrients. The mycelial body of the fungi is composed of many hyphae and intersect to provide nutrients throughout the organism. This type of organization allows the fungi an efficient way to shuttle nutrients and waste despite the simplicity of the organism.

As heterotrophs, fungi use tubular filaments called hyphae to reach out and absorb nutrients. The mycelial body of the fungi is composed of many hyphae and intersect to provide nutrients throughout the organism. This type of organization allows the fungi an efficient way to shuttle nutrients and waste despite the simplicity of the organism.