A Lichen Is a Mutualistic Association Between a Fungus and a Photosynthetic

question 2

Multiple Choice

A lichen is a mutualistic association between a fungus and a photosynthetic prokaryote such as

• A) red algae.
• B) brown algae.
• C) diplomonads.
• D) cyanobacteria.

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Definitions:

Lake

A body of water surrounded by land, typically freshwater, formed naturally or by artificial means.

Mud

A mixture of silt and clay, or a general term used to refer to either silt or clay.

Remains

the preserved parts, pieces, or traces of animals or plants from the past.

Small Creatures

Typically refers to diminutive animals, particularly those of interest in ecological, biological, or environmental studies.