Question: 147: Identify the asexual reproductive structure associated with Penicillium :
(1) Gemmules
(2) Buds
(3) Zoospores
(4) Conidia
Answer: Option (4)
Explanation:
Penicillium is a filamentous fungus that reproduces asexually by the formation of conidia.
Conidia are non-motile, asexual spores produced externally on specialized hyphae called conidiophores.
These conidiophores show a characteristic brush-like appearance in Penicillium.
Gemmules are asexual reproductive structures found in sponges.
Buds are associated with yeast reproduction.
Zoospores are motile spores found in some algae and lower fungi.
Therefore, the asexual reproductive structure in Penicillium is conidia.