JAMB Biology 1989 Question 41

Question 41

Ecological Associations

Lichen is an example of

  1. A.a saprophytic organism
  2. B.a symbiotic association
  3. C.an epiphytic plant
  4. D.a carnivorous plant
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (a symbiotic association)

Explanation

A lichen is an alga and a fungus living together, each benefiting the other: symbiosis.