Which of the Following Statements Regarding Lichens Is FALSE

question 2

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding lichens is FALSE?

• A) The fungal partner provides a means of attachment and protects the algal partner from desiccation.
• B) Lichens are often the first life form to colonize rock or soil.
• C) Lichens are very tolerant to pollution.
• D) The algal partner produces carbohydrates that are absorbed by the fungal partner.
• E) Lichens represent a mutualistic relationship between a fungus and an alga.

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