Lichen are made up of algae and fungi living together. In this relationship, the alga is the produce and for source for the fungus and the fungus provides structure and physical support for the alga. This is an example of which symbiotic relationship?
A) parasitism
B) mutualism
C) commensalism
D) amensalism

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Mutualism is the symbiotic relationship in which both organisms benefit from each other's presence. In this case, the algae and fungi in lichen have a mutually beneficial relationship, with the algae providing food for the fungus and the fungus providing structure and support for the algae.

Lichen Are Made Up of Algae and Fungi Living Together