Hyphae

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The threadlike tubes that make up the body of a fungus

Real World Example

Imagine trying to untangle a set of earphones that have been jumbled up in your pocket. Just like those thin, intertwined wires that create a complex network allowing sound to flow, hyphae are the threadlike tubes that form a web-like structure making up the body of a fungus. Just as each earphone wire is essential for delivering sound to your ears, each hypha in a fungus is crucial for absorbing nutrients and facilitating growth, forming an interconnected system that supports the larger organism.

Practice Version

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