Question

Find the one that is not involved in symbiotic nutrition.

• A. Lichen
• B. Mycorrhiza
• C. Mucor
• D. Rhizobium

Answer 1

The correct option is C Mucor

Mucor is fungi that are found in soil, digestive systems etc.

Rest three are involved in symbiosis. Lichens are the symbiotic association between algae and fungi where the algae provide nutrition and fungi provides a place to live and protection.

Mycorrhiza is the symbiotic association in between fungi and roots of higher plants. eg. orchids and pine.

Rhizobium is a nitrogen-fixing bacteria that is in association with the root nodules of the legumes plants.

So, the correct option is 'Mucor'