The relation between algae and fungi in a lichen is

Symbiosis

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Parasitism

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Commensalism

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Solution

The correct option is B Symbiosis
When organisms belonging to two different species live together, and mutually benefit each other, the type of relationship is called a symbiotic relationship.
In the case of lichen, algae and fungi live together in symbiosis.
The algae provide food and fungi provide shelter.
So, option A is the correct answer.

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