Mycorrhizae are a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and the roots of a land plant. The fungus provides the plant with increased surface area for water and nutrient absorption, while the plant provides the fungus with organic compounds. This relationship is beneficial for both organisms.

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Mycorrhizae Are

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Mycorrhizae are:

A) commensal relationships between a fungus and the leaves of a land plant.
B) parasitic relationships between bacteria and the roots of a land plant.
C) mutualistic relationships between a fungus and an alga.
D) symbiotic relationships between a fungus and the roots of a land plant.
E) symbiotic relationships between bacteria and the roots of a land plant.

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