Explains how fungi can help and harm people; discusses cases of deadly fungi found in Utah, Ohio, and British Columbia; and includes an interview with a mycologist.
An overview of plants, algae, and fungi, with information on how some cultures have been using healing herbs for centuries, some fungi are pathogens, how algae is found in many food products, medicines, cosmetics, and even tools, and more.
"Provides an introduction to the many varieties of fungi that exist and describes the good uses for the oganisms as well as the problems that fungi can cause."--OCLC.
Explains what fungi and molds are; describes various symbiotes and parasites; looks at different fungal diseases; and explains how to prevent problems caused by fungi and molds.
"Ants are known for being industrious insects. They follow set paths to find food and are often seen walking in a straight line. If you follow them, they'll lead you right back to their nest. When scientists found ants that were walking off course in tropical forests, they knew something was wrong. Readers learn all the latest information about these fascinating zombie ants, including what causes their strange behavior and what threat it poses to their species. Full-color photographs show the deadly end of these ants, and fact boxes offer more details about a rare parasitic phenomenon"--Publisher provided.
Discover what fungi and plants have in common using a Venn diagram. Dig up the connections between appearance and toxicity in mushrooms. Video Adventures include Symbiosis; Malaria; Fungus Farmers; Protoza; Molds and People.
Text and over one thousand illustrations offer information on plants, algae, and fungi, covering characteristics of various species, fermentation, their uses, and more. Includes glossary.
