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The study of fungi is called
A
Phycology
B
Ornithology
C
Mycology
D
Hematology
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The study of fungi is called Mycology. It is the overall study of their genetic and biochemical properties, their use to human beings as a source of medicine, food, etc., as well as their dangers, such as toxicity or infection.

Detailed explanation-2: -Mycology is the study of fungi.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fungi are eukaryotic microorganisms. Fungi can occur as yeasts, molds, or as a combination of both forms. Some fungi are capable of causing superficial, cutaneous, subcutaneous, systemic or allergic diseases. Yeasts are microscopic fungi consisting of solitary cells that reproduce by budding.

Detailed explanation-4: -Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that include microorganisms such as yeasts, moulds and mushrooms. These organisms are classified under kingdom fungi. The organisms found in Kingdom fungi contain a cell wall and are omnipresent. They are classified as heterotrophs among the living organisms.

Detailed explanation-5: -d) Bryology is the study of mosses and liverworts. Hence, the study of fungi is known as Mycology.

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