In both lichens and mycorrhizae, what does the fungal partner provide to its photosynthetic partner?

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The fungal partner in both lichens and mycorrhizae provides its photosynthetic partner with water and minerals. Lichens are comprised of a fungus and an alga or cyanobacterium, and the fungus provides water and minerals to the photosynthetic partner. Mycorrhizae are formed between fungi and plant roots, and the fungi provide water and minerals to the photosynthetic partner. Therefore, option D is the correct answer.

In Both Lichens and Mycorrhizae, What Does the Fungal Partner