Fungi are important because of their ability to
A) help many plants grow.
B) cause disease in plants.
C) make certain foods and beverages.
D) spoil food.
E) All of the answer choices are correct.

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Fungi have diverse roles in the environment, including being decomposers, mutualistic symbionts with plants, and pathogens of plants and animals. They are also used in the production of many foods and beverages, such as bread, beer, and cheese. Additionally, some fungi have medicinal properties and are used in the production of antibiotics. Therefore, all of the answer choices are correct.

Fungi Are Important Because of Their Ability to