Stalker noted that mushrooms appear on the Junior Certificate examinations curriculum in Ireland. Some sample questions published in the Biology section of the exam show that fungi are a topic of interest.
The Sample question reads: The photograph shows Amanuta Phalloides , a poisonous fungus, whose common name is “Death Cap”. Fungi are decomposers. Explain the term “decomposers”. Answer: Decomposers are living organisms that break down or feeds on dead plants and animals, and return nutrients to the soil.
It’s good to see mycology on the syllabus at whatever level.
