There are thousands of known species of moulds, which have diverse lifestyles. They all require moisture for growth and some live in aquatic environments. What does mould live on? Like all fungi, moulds derive energy through the organic matter on which they live. Typically, moulds secrete enzymes, mainly from the hyphal tips. These enzymes degrade complex biopolymers such as starch,  cellulose and lignin into simpler […]