The study of fungi is known as: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The study of fungi is known as:
A. Phycology
B. Pteridology
C. Mycology
D. Bryology
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Mycology deals with fungi, including yeasts, molds, and mushrooms. Phycology is study of algae, bryology mosses, pteridology ferns.

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