Question

Compare and contrast aspergillosis and mucormycosis.

Answer 1

Answer:

Aspergillosis and Mucormycosis are caused by two different fungi groups.

Explanation:

Aspergillus causes Aspergillosis. Aspergillus is a kind of mold or fungus which is found in both inside and outside environment and it may not always cause the disease if inhaled.

Mucormycosis is caused by Mucormycetes. Mucormycetes are group of fungi that are specifically found in soil and other decaying organic matter like leave, animal dung etc. They are more common in soil as compared to air. People with weak immunity system usually are affected by this fungi else these fungi's are not very harmful. They cause an infection in lungs/sinuses when inhaled