2014 · Science & TechnologyPrevious Year Question
Q2.
Lichens, which are capable of initiating ecological succession even on a bare rock, are actually a symbiotic association of
A. algae and bacteria
B. algae and fungi
C. bacteria and fungi
D. fungi and mosses
Answer

B

Explanation

Lichens represent an intimate mutualistic relationship between a fungus and photosynthesising algae or cyanobacteria.