Question

Association between roots of higher plants and fungi is

• A.
  Moss
  
• B.
  Fern
  
• C.
  Mycorrhiza
  
• D.
  Lichen
  

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Mycorrhiza

Mycorrhiza

Plant roots of higher plants and fungi (usually of the genus Glomus) form a symbiotic relationship known as Mycorrhiza. Mycorrhiza helps in increasing the surface area of the roots for the absorption of water. They also help in the solubilisation of phosphate for the plants. The fungi in exchange receives carbohydrates from the plant.