Question

Mycorrhiza, a relationship between fungi and roots of higher plants is

• A. Parasitic relationship
• B. Saprophytic relationship
• C. Symbiotic relationship
• D. Epiphytic relationship

Answer 1

The correct option is C Symbiotic relationship

Mycorrhiza is a symbiotic association between Fungi and roots of higher plants, which grow in mineral deficient soil. It helps to absorb water and minerals like phosphorous from soil for the benefit of plant and in turn gets nutrition from the plant, as fungi cannot synthesize its own food.

So, the correct answer is option C.