Which of the Following Is True About Lichens in the Boreal

question 60

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true about lichens in the boreal forests?

• A) They cover the majority of the ground.
• B) They are a major food source for caribou in the winter.
• C) They contain fungi and a photoautotrophic partner.
• D) They form part of crytobiotic soil.
• E) All of the above.

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