Question

The mutually beneficial relationship found between algae and fungi in lichens is called ______.

• A. autotrophic relationship
• B. saprotrophic relationship
• C. parasitic relationship
• D. symbiotic relationship

Answer 1

The correct option is D symbiotic relationship

The mutually beneficial relationship between algae and fungi seen in lichens is called as a symbiotic relationship. The fungus provides shelter, water, and minerals to the algae, and in turn, algae provides food which it prepares by photosynthesis.