crisscrossing Science

Episode XLVI: Two Fun Guys talk about Fungi


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In this special episode, we talk about mushrooms, and other fungi.  Fungi help to decompose dead objects, which ultimately recycles the constituent pieces.  More recently, it has been learned that fungi can also have a mutually beneficial symbiotic relationship with plants.  By providing plant roots with water, the fungus is able to eat some of the carbon from the roots.
We have a live recording this Friday, May 18 at the historic McMenamin's Hotel Oregon, as part of their UFO Fest, starting at 4:30.  Come join us for the fun.
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crisscrossing ScienceBy Michael Crosser & Chad Tillberg

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