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Question
An association between roots of higher plants and fungi is called ______.
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Lichen
Fern
Mycorrhiza
BGA
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Solution
An association between roots of higher plants and fungi is called mycorrhiza.
Explanation:
Lichens are symbiotic associations, i.e. mutually useful associations, between algae and fungi. This relationship is best known as helotism.
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