Is mold alive? A look at fascinating fungus
Fungus deserves a party because it\u2019s everywhere and super important to life on this planet. The kingdom of fungus includes mushrooms and molds, but also yeasts, like the kinds that help make bread. So today, we\u2019re embracing the ick, we\u2019re snuggling up to the slimy, we\u2019re making friends with mold and mushrooms\u2026 It\u2019s a full on Fung-o-Rama! We'll learn about a day in the life of mold, a fungus that turns ants into zombies, and how fungi will help us in the fight against climate change. All that, plus a brand new mystery sound and a Moment of Um that answers the question: "How does air fry?"
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