AMU Medical AMU Solved Paper-1995

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    Reindeer Moss, a very important product in tundra biome and which constitutes the starting point to food chain in this region belongs to

    A)  pteridophyta      

    B)  bryophyta

    C)  lichens           

    D)  none of these.

    Correct Answer: C

    Solution :

    : Lichens are a distinct group of plants having a composite structure consisting of two dissimilar organisms i.e., a fungus and an alga, which is a symbiotic association. They are used as food and fodder- e.g., reindeer moss (Cladonia rangiferina) of the tundra region is eaten by reindeer and cattle. Iceland moss Lecanora, Evernia, Parmelia are some other examples of lichen.


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