NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -Lichen is formed by symbiotic association between algae and a fungus.

Detailed explanation-2: -Lichens are commonly recognized as a symbiotic association of a fungus and a chlorophyll containing partner, either green algae or cyanobacteria, or both.

Detailed explanation-3: -A lichen is a combination of fungus and/or algae and/or cyanobacteria that has a very different form (morphology), physiology, and biochemistry than any of the constituent species growing separately. The algae or cyanobacteria benefit their fungal partner by producing organic carbon compounds through photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-4: -Lichen is a stable symbiotic association between a fungus and algae. The combined life form has properties that are very different from the properties of its component organisms. Lichens come in many colors, sizes, and forms. The properties are sometimes plant-like, but lichens are not plants.

Detailed explanation-5: -In lichens, the interaction between algae and fungi is a symbiotic relationship. Algae feed fungi that lack chlorophyll pigments. Fungi, on the other hand, help algae by providing protection and aiding in water absorption. No one is injured in this form of connection, and both parties benefit from it.