Multiple choice

In lichens, the phycobiont forms a symbiotic relationship by growing together with the partner, which is called _____________.

  1. commensal

  2. mycobiont

  3. photobiont

  4. haustoria

  5. mycorrhiza

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Lichens are the association between specific ascomycetes (the fungus) and certain genera of either green algae or cyanobacteria. In lichen, the fungal partner is termed the mycobiont and the algal or cyanobacterial partner is called the phycobiont. It is a type of mutualistic relationship.