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yep...its a relationship between fungus and algae.It is an mutualsitic relationship where both algae and fungi supports each others' existence. They both are basically in physiological symbiosis.As the association constitute two different organisms some times Lichens are also considered as miniature ecosystems.
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A common pioneer organism in a succession is the?
Lichen
When do lichens grow?
Lichens need sunlight, water, nutrients from the air including dust and some nutrients from the substrate they grow on they are sensitive to sulfur dioxide there are fluffy lichens, crusty lichens, scaly lichens, leafy lichens etc
What would lichens help form?
lichens help form bacteria
What are the properties of lichens?
Lichens are like fungi because they can keep from drying out, have protective walls, and absorb nutrients from the air. They are like algae in that they are producers and can use photosynthesis.
Which two groups of organism are most likely to be pioneer organisms?
it can either be A.song birs and squirrels B.deer and black bears C.lichens and algae or D.oak and hickory trees
What is an organism that is composed as both fungus and alga?
Lichens
A common pioneer organism in a succession is the?
Lichen
What is the dominant organism colonizing bare rock during primary succession?
Lichens are the dominant organism at first.
What organism make carbohydrates in lichens?
Algae make carbohydrates in Lichens as. algae can photosynthesize among the two i.e. algae and fungi.
What is the organism that secretes acid that breaks down bare rock?
lichens
What organism are usually the pioneer species in new area?
mosses and lichens
What factors are typically a pioneer organism that colonizes the surface of bare rocks?
Lichens.
Which organism would most likely be the pioneer organisms on a newly formed volcanic?
lichens
Which organism causes cracks in rocks changing the environment where other organisms can grow?
lichens
Which organisms would most likely be the pioneer organism on a newly formed volcanic island?
lichens
What is the definition to lichens?
Lichen is a dual organism which is made of a fungus and an alga, associated in a mutually beneficial association.
What organism are composed of algae and fungi?
Lichens are composed of algae and fungi and are considered best example of mutualism ..
