The symbiotic association between algae and fungi is called .
A
lichen
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B
mycorrhiza
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C
mosses
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Solution
The correct option is A lichen Lichens are the symbotic association between algae and fungi, where both the species benefit each other. Fungi absorbs nutrients and water for the algae and in return, obtains food from the algae.