Question

Write a short note on lichens

Answer 1

Answer:

lichens are organisms formed by the symbiotic association of fungus and algae or cyanobacteria bacteria and occurs as crusty patches or bushy growth on the bark of trees. They are used to make dyes, perfumes etc.

Answer 2

Lichen is a good example of symbiotic plant. Lichen is a symbiotic association between algae and fungi. They live in close physical contact with each other. Algae provides food material to the fungus and the fungus provides shelter, water and minerals to the algae.