Question

Association between fungi and algae is known as _______.

Answer 1

Lichens:

1. They are permanent mutually dependent associations between a fungus and a cyanobacterium or alga. Such relationships are symbiotic.
2. The algal partner manufactures food with the help of photosynthesis while the fungal partner provides protection and also absorbs water and mineral salts.
3. The fungus makes most of the lichen body and the alga remains within it.

Final Answer: Association between fungi and algae is known as lichens.