What kind of relationship is seen in lichens between the fungus and the alga?

Parasitism

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Symbiosis

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The correct option is B Symbiosis
Lichens is an example of a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an alga. The fungal member is called the mycobiont and the algal (normally a green alga) member is called the phycobiont.

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