Interactive | 3.2: Mycelium & Mushroom Anatomy Interactives

Each activity is designed to be both educational and engaging. To successfully complete this section, aim for a high accuracy rate in each exercise. Your scores will reflect how well you have grasped the concepts of mycelium development, mushroom species identification, and mushroom anatomy. These interactive activities are a fun and effective way to solidify your knowledge of fungi. By engaging with these exercises, you’re not just learning facts; you’re building a deeper understanding of the fascinating fungal kingdom. Good luck, and enjoy the learning journey!


Drag and Drop: Stages of Mycelium Growth

  • Objective: In this first activity, you’ll be identifying and placing the correct names for the three stages of mycelium development.
  • How to Play: You’ll see images representing different stages of mycelium growth. Your task is to drag and drop the correct labels onto these images. Each stage has unique characteristics, and this exercise will help you recognize and understand these stages in the life cycle of mycelium.

Drag and Drop: Types of Mushroom

  • Objective: The second activity focuses on identifying various mushroom types based on their distinct features such as tooth, pores, gills, and ridges.
  • How to Play: You’ll be presented with images of different types of mushrooms. Alongside, there will be labels describing their key features. Match the correct label with each mushroom type by dragging and dropping. This game enhances your ability to differentiate between various mushroom species and their unique structures.

Drag and Drop: Mushroom Anatomy Labeling

  • Objective: The final exercise is a detailed exploration of a mushroom’s anatomy.
  • How to Play: A detailed diagram of a mushroom will be displayed. You will have a set of labels naming different parts of the mushroom, such as the cap, gills, stem, etc. Your task is to accurately place these labels on the corresponding parts of the mushroom diagram. This activity is designed to deepen your understanding of mushroom anatomy, helping you to identify and remember each part and its function.