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Which of the following is NOT a characteristic feature of Fungi?

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## CORE INFORMATION
✓ **Answer**: [Option D]
## CONCEPT FRAMEWORK
	**Primary Concept**: Characteristics of Fungi
	**Related Topics**: Nutrition modes in organisms, Eukaryotic cell structure
	**Prerequisites**: Basic knowledge of biological classification
## SOLUTION PATHWAY
**Given Information**:
		1. Heterotrophic nutrition
		2. Cell wall made of chitin
		3. Reproduction by spores
		4. Autotrophic nutrition
**Method & Steps**:
	1. Analyze the characteristics of Fungi.
		Reasoning: Fungi are primarily known for their mode of nutrition and structure.
		Formula/Rule: Fungi are eukaryotic organisms that are heterotrophic.
	2. Identify the characteristics of Fungi.
		Working: 
		- Heterotrophic nutrition: Fungi obtain nutrients by absorbing organic compounds from their environment. This is a defining feature.
		- Cell wall made of chitin: This is unique to Fungi as opposed to plant cell walls, which are made of cellulose.
		- Reproduction by spores: Fungi reproduce using spores, which is a characteristic mechanism of their life cycle.
	3. Determine which option is NOT a characteristic.
		Result: Autotrophic nutrition is the ability to produce one's own food, which is not a feature of Fungi.
		Verification: The correct answer is the option describing autotrophic nutrition.
## OPTION ANALYSIS
[A] :x: Heterotrophic nutrition is a characteristic of Fungi as they feed on organic material.
[B] :x: Cell wall made of chitin is indeed a defining feature of Fungi.
[C] :x: Reproduction by spores is a common method of reproduction in Fungi.
[D] ✓: Autotrophic nutrition is NOT a characteristic of Fungi as they cannot produce their own food.
## LEARNING AIDS
	**Common Mistakes**:
		1. Confusing heterotrophy with autotrophy: Remember that Fungi cannot photosynthesize.
		2. Misunderstanding the structure of fungal cell walls: Chitin is key in distinguishing Fungi from plants.
	**Quick Tips**:
		1. Remember that all Fungi are heterotrophs.
		2. Chitin in cell walls is a crucial identifier for Fungi.

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Heterotrophic nutrition

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Cell wall made of chitin

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Reproduction by spores

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The correct Option is "Autotrophic nutrition"

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