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Dimorphic fungi are fungi that can exist in two different forms depending on environmental conditions, typically as yeast or mold. This adaptability is often influenced by temperature; for example, they may grow as filamentous molds at cooler temperatures and as yeast at warmer body temperatures. Some well-known dimorphic fungi include Histoplasma capsulatum and Coccidioides immitis, which are significant human pathogens. Their ability to switch forms is crucial for their survival and pathogenicity in host organisms.

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