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Small circular depressions irregularily scattered on the underside of some lichens are called
Small circular depressions irregularily scattered on the underside of some lichens are called
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The correct option is B Cyphellae
Lichens of the genus Sticta have a characteristic feature of having holes or pit that are found on the lower surface of the cortex and called as cyphellae. They look like a cup or irregular depressions on the lower surface. They are formed by loosely arranged hyphae and opens into the medulla which helps in aeration. Thus, the correct answer is option A.
Lichens of the genus Sticta have a characteristic feature of having holes or pit that are found on the lower surface of the cortex and called as cyphellae. They look like a cup or irregular depressions on the lower surface. They are formed by loosely arranged hyphae and opens into the medulla which helps in aeration. Thus, the correct answer is option A.
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