1) Some of the fungi have played very prominent roles in history. Write down a paragraph (250 words approx) regarding each of the given events. Recognize the fungus comprised.
a) Irish Potato Famine
b) Witches of Salem
2) Candida (yeast) infections often take place when an individual is taking antibiotics. Describe why this is so.
3) What causes athlete's foot? Explain how is it treated? Why is penicillin ineffective against this organism?