The symbiotic relationship between fungi and algae is called |
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a) |
Lichen |
b) |
Mycorrhiza |
c) |
Helotism |
d) |
Mutualism |
The symbiotic relationship between fungi and algae is called |
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a) |
Lichen |
b) |
Mycorrhiza |
c) |
Helotism |
d) |
Mutualism |
(a)
A lichen is structurally organised entity, consisting of the permanent association of a fungus and alga. The fungal component of a lichen is called mycobiont and the algal component is called phycobiont