HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -When it grows on the feet, it is called athlete’s foot. But when fungus grows anywhere else on the body, it’s known as ringworm. Its medical name is tinea capitis when it’s on the scalp, and tinea corporis when it’s on the rest of the body. On the nails it is known as onychomycosis.

Detailed explanation-2: -There are two main species that cause disease: Cryptococcus neoformans and C. gattii. These fungi rarely cause infections in healthy individuals but can be very serious for individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS.

Detailed explanation-3: -Athlete’s foot is caused by the same type of fungi (dermatophytes) that cause ringworm and jock itch.

Detailed explanation-4: -Scalp (tinea capitis) Beard (tinea barbae)