NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -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-2: -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.

Detailed explanation-3: -Lichens are a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and a green alga or a cyanobacterium. However, the reality is not that simple. Green algae and cyanobacteria have different physiological properties, allowing lichens to grow in different microhabitats.

Detailed explanation-4: -A mycorrhiza is a mutualistic relationship between a fungus and a plant. The fungus grows in or on the plant roots. The fungus benefits from the easy access to food made by the plant. The plant benefits because the fungus puts out mycelia that help absorb water and nutrients.

Detailed explanation-5: -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.