Question

Why are lichens called dual plants?

Name the components of lichens.

Answer 1

Answer:It is true that lichens are called dual plants. This is because, in lichens, two organisms live in symbiotic association with each other. They are the algae and fungi. ... So, both of them benefit mutually and they are said to be in symbiotic association with each other.

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Answer 2

Answer:

1. it is ttue that lichens are called dual plants . this is because ,in lichens ,two organisms live in symbiotic association with each other they are the algae and fungi.

2.a lichen is an unusual organisms because it consists of two unrelated organisms an algae and a fungus. these two components in thallus of lichens are algae & funngi.