Question

Choose the correct option based on the following statements.
Statement 1: Lichen is composed of algae and fungi.​
Statement 2: Algae provide shelter, water and minerals.

• A. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: False​
• B. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: True​
• C. Statement 1: True; Statement 2: True
• D. Statement 1: False; Statement 2: False​

Answer 1

The correct option is A Statement 1: True; Statement 2: False​

• Lichens are the organisms which shows symbiosis between algae and fungi.
• Since algae have chlorophyll, they can make their own food by the process of photosynthesis.
• Whereas, fungi provide shelter, water and minerals to the algae.
• In return, the food produced by the algae is shared by both of them.