Here's why:
* Mold is a type of fungus: Mold is a common name for a variety of fungal species that grow in filaments called hyphae.
* Fungi are a distinct kingdom: Fungi are not plants or animals, but rather their own separate kingdom of living organisms.
* Mycology encompasses all fungi: Mycology studies all types of fungi, including molds, yeasts, and mushrooms.
So, while you might encounter mold in various contexts (like biology, food science, or even medicine), its core nature as a fungus places it firmly within the realm of mycology.
