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Lichen is a composite organism consisting of algae and/or cyanobacteria and fungal filaments existing symbiotically. Its place in the grand scheme of things is probably not something it ponders. It likely doesn't ponder much at all, in fact.
It can be found across the globe, in some of the most extreme environments on Earth, and consists of a great many varieties and component species. If it should be attributed a purpose, much like any form of life, it would be to survive and thrive.
It achieves this admirably.
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∙ 11y agoLichens are an important food source. Lichens are also important in the weathering process of rocks.
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∙ 12y agoHindi ku alam ! wla lng hahaha !PINOY PRIDE
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∙ 13y agoTraditionally, lichens are used as a fabric dye.
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∙ 10y agoThere are several main functions of lichens. The very important main function of lichens is that they provide a mode of survival in very harsh environments where algae can't survive.
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Are lichen eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
A lichen is eukaryotic.
Is grass a lichen?
No, grass is a plant, and lichen is a fungus
What does lichen eat what does lichen eat?
They survive on presence of pollutants, more the pollutant more the lichen and vice versa.
Can you die from lichen planus?
No, it is not possible to die from lichen planus.
What is an organism that consists of a fungus and either algae or anisotropic bacteria that live together in a dualistic relationship?
lichen
What is an example of a lichen?
Wolf lichen, British soldier lichen, or Christmas lichen. These are a few of many.
What is a antonym for lichen?
an antonym for lichen is swampy.
Are lichen eukaryotic or prokaryotic?
A lichen is eukaryotic.
What is a sentence for lichen?
There is a lot of lichen growing on the trees.
Is grass a lichen?
No, grass is a plant, and lichen is a fungus
What does lichen eat what does lichen eat?
They survive on presence of pollutants, more the pollutant more the lichen and vice versa.
What is a combination of algae and fungus called?
An algae and a fungus can form a symbiotic relationship into what is known as lichen. However, not all lichen contain a type of algae, a type of cyanobacteria and a fungus makes a lichen as well. Algae and Fungus (a.k.a.Lichen) associations may be considered as examples of mutualism, commensalism or even parasitism, depending on the species.
Is lichen a producer of the taiga?
No lichen is not a producer because it is a decomposer?
When was Bai Lichen born?
Bai Lichen was born in 1941.
When was Trouble with Lichen created?
Trouble with Lichen was created in 1960.
An organism composed of a fungus and an alga growing is a?
lichen
A common pioneer organism in a succession is the?
Lichen
