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describe the role of alga and fungus in lichen ?

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Answered by Anonymous
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Association of Algae and fungus is known as Lichens. Relationship between the algae and fungus is called MUTUALISTIC RELATIONSHIP.

Lichens are more useful to soil and they helps in maintaining the fertility of soil.


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Answered by hotelcalifornia
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The relationship between alga and fungus in lichens is known as symbiotic relationship. It is a mutual relationship in which both the organisms are interdependent on each other. In lichens, algae is an autotroph while fungus is an saprophyte. Water and minerals are supplied by the fungus to algae and using them algae makes food with the process of photosynthesis and supplies food to fungus. Hence, both "mutually benefit" each other.

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