Mold

Is Black Mold Alive?

Yes, black mold (Stachybotrys chartarum or Stachybotrys atra.) is a living form of fungus that frequently grows on walls and floors exposed to water, most commonly through humidity, condensation, leaking appliances, or flood events. The black part consists of spores ready to be released. The underlying filaments or hyphae of black mold are mostly hidden.

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