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Molds are a group of fungi called  Hyphomycetes , which are chracterized with having filamentous hyphae, and producing airborne spores or conidia (asexual propagules). In nature, molds are decomposers to recycle nature's organic wastes. In medicine, they are the producers of antibiotics. Fungi are a glomeration of organisms in a separate taxanomic kingdom, in which they differ from Monera (Bacteria), Protista (single-cell eucaryotes mostly), Plants and Animals.
Mold is a microscopic fungus that produces spores. When mold grows on food, it's actually the germinating spores that become visible. Mold spores are present on most... Mold is a microscopic fungus that produces spores. When mold grows on food, it's actually the germinating spores that become visible. Mold spores are present on most surfaces, but they remain dormant until they encounter an environment where they can germinate. Eating moldy food can cause serious health problems and should therefore be thrown away as soon as possible.