Which Aspect of Lichen Biology Is Not Relevant to the Use

question 189

Multiple Choice

Which aspect of lichen biology is not relevant to the use of lichens as air quality indicators?

• A) Individual lichens grow very slowly and live a long time.
• B) Lichen fungi take up minerals and other materials from wind-borne particles.
• C) Some species of lichens die in response to air pollution, while others do not.
• D) Some species of lichens grow more slowly in response to air pollution, while others do not.
• E) Lichens obtain carbon via photosynthesis of algal cells that live within them.

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Definitions:

FIFO

"First In, First Out," an inventory valuation method where goods first added to inventory are the first to be sold or used.

Gross Profit

A company's revenue minus its cost of goods sold, indicating the efficiency of its core operation excluding overhead.

LIFO

"Last In, First Out," an inventory valuation method where the last items added to inventory are the first to be used or sold.

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory accounting system where the inventory on hand is determined by physical count at the end of the accounting period, used to update inventory records and cost of goods sold.