Question

what is the symbiosis relationship between lichen

Answer 1

symbiosis is an interaction between two species in which both are benefited in the presence of the other .Such a relationship can be seen in lichens. SYMBIOSIS IN LICHENS is a mutually beneficial relationship between an algae and a fungus.The algae indulged in symbiosis generally are blue green algae.In this relationship, the fungus is benefited by the algae as it produces food by the process of photosynthesis whereas fungus helps in the attachment and conservation of water.