A) algae and fungi
B) algae and Cycas
C) algae and bacteria
D) Pmus and fungi
Correct Answer: A
Solution :
Lichen is symbiotic association of algae and fungi. According to a view for the nature of association in lichen, then relationship between fungus and the algal partner the lichen thallus is an example of symbiosis but the fungus in this partnership has an important role. The algal partner lives as a subordinate partner, the association between the two partners is thus, described as beneficial salavary for the alga. A term helotism is used for this kind of association.
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