Which of the Following Statements About Lichens Is INCORRECT

question 130

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about lichens is INCORRECT?

• A)Lichens are symbiotic relationships between a fungus and a plant.
• B)The partnership in a lichen is not species specific.
• C)Lichens can reproduce asexually.
• D)Lichens can extract nutrients from rocks or rainfall.
• E)Lichens are very sensitive to air pollution.

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