in conidiophore what is function of sterigmata and metullae?
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Sterigmata are the extensions of spore bearing cells. These consist of a filament and a slender end with spores attached at the tip. They have the supportive function i.e they hold the spores and connect spores with basidium.
Metulae are the outermost branches of conidiophore from which phialides​ arise. They also have supportive function and they support phialides​ in fungi.
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Please find below the solution to the asked query
Sterigmata are the extensions of spore bearing cells. These consist of a filament and a slender end with spores attached at the tip. They have the supportive function i.e they hold the spores and connect spores with basidium.
Metulae are the outermost branches of conidiophore from which phialides​ arise. They also have supportive function and they support phialides​ in fungi.
Hope this information will clear your doubts about the Sterigmata and Metulae.
If you have any more doubts just ask here on the forum and our experts will try to help you out as soon as possible.
Regards