Question

Can lichens grow underwater?

Answer 1

Lichens:

1. It is a symbiotic relationship between algae and fungi.
2. There are mainly three types of lichens- Foliose, Fruticose, and Crustose.
3. They can withstand extreme conditions and therefore are widely found.
4. Lichens can grow underwater, on rocks.
5. Example-Arthopyrenia halodytes, Pharcidia laminariicola, etc.