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Well, roots are parts of plants, so your question should probably be: "Can plants and fungi have a symbiotic relationship?"
I would say no, because fungi are usually detritivores, which mean they feed on dead organic matter (like decomposing leaves or a dead animal). On the other hand plants obtain nutrients and water from the soil and gases from the air, so there may be competition for the nutrients left by the detrital matter.
Overall i don't think there would be a symbiotic relationship between the two, most symbiotic relationships occur between plants/animals or animals/animals.
A symbiotic relationship between micorrhizae and plant roots exists and is well documented. The fungus provides nutrients that the plant would otherwise not have access to and the plant provides food from photosynthesis.
It is possible to look at this as two simultaneous parasitic relationships, because both parties are taking resources. In either case, both parties benefit.
What else can I help you with?
What describes a fungus plant root association?
A fungus plant root association, also known as mycorrhiza, is a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and plant roots. The fungus helps the plant absorb nutrients like phosphorus and water from the soil, while the plant provides sugars to the fungus. This relationship benefits both organisms and is common in many plant species.
What is the relationship between fungus and algae in crustos linchen?
A symbiotic relationship.
What is the relationship between fungus and alga?
symbiotic(as in lichen)
What are some symbiotic relationships in the tundra biome?
One symbiotic relationship in the tundra is the one between the alga and the fungus. This relationship is known as lichen. The alga is protected by the fungus and the fungus receives food from the alga.
What is mychorrihiza?
It is a symbiotic association between a fungus, and the roots of a vascular plant.
What symbiotic relationship is lichen (fungus and algae)?
Lichen is a symbiosis between an algae and a fungus.
A lichen is a symbiotic association between?
A lichen is a composite organism made up of a fungus and an autotroph. Lichens are commonly used in making dyes and perfumes.
Which type of relationship exists when a certain type of trees roots need a fungus is present in order to grow normally?
Mycorrizal fungi grow on the roots of plants. It forms a symbiotic relationship with plant. This means that both get a benefit from the relationship. The fungi get carbohydrates and other food while they increase the surface area for the roots to absorb more water and minerals.
What is the name of the type of fungus that inhabits the roots of most plants and provides nutritional benefits to the plants?
Mycorrhizae are the type of fungus that form a symbiotic relationship with plants by colonizing their roots. They help the plants by increasing nutrient absorption and providing protection against pathogens.
What are Lichens an exampel of?
A symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an algae or cyanobacteria.
Is lichens a moss?
No. Lichen is a combination of a fungus and algae in a symbiotic relationship.
What is a combination of a fungus in a alga that grow together?
It is an example of a symbiotic relationship.
