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Why are lichens often able to survive in environments considered to be too severe for plants?
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Lichens are able to survive in harsh environments because they have a symbiotic relationship between a fungus and an algae or cyanobacteria. The algae or cyanobacteria provide nutrients through photosynthesis, while the fungus provides structure and protection. This allows lichens to thrive in areas with poor soil quality, extreme temperatures, and low moisture levels where plants struggle to survive.
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Do they have plant in the ARCTIC?
For the most part, no, however a few very hardy plants, such as lichens, can survive.
Are lichens flora or fauna?
Lichens are flora - plants.Lichens are flora - plants.
What factors determines whether animals or plants survive in their environments?
Only the best-adapted organism will survive.
How do plants live in arid places?
Arid environments or environments where there is very little rainfall can be difficult for plants to thrive in. Some plants have adapted to retain water and survive on very little.
How do plants survive in phosphorus-poor environments?
They shite themselves then fight to the death
What vegetation is there in the Atacama Desert?
There are areas that receive little rain but dense fog moves in from the Pacific Ocean and provides enough moisture for lichens and a few cacti to survive. There are rare oasis were a few more plants can survive but these are quite uncommon. Most of the desert is devoid of plant life, however.
Why do green plants need food from the store?
Some plants need to store extra food and water to help them survive brief changes in their environments.
Are pioneer species always plants?
No, lichens aren't plants
How can lichens survive in habitats so seemingly devoid of nutrients and under harsh physical condition?
Lichens are one of the first organisms to colonise a newly disturbed area and are a part of the first stage in plant succession. Like mosses lichens have a number of adaptations which allow them to survive seemingly nutrient free habitats. Lichens, unlike vascular plants can grow with very little nutrients. There are enough nutrients carried in rain water and dust to allow lichens to grow on rock faces etc.
What kinds of plants are on polar ice caps?
Plants are generally not found on polar ice caps due to the extreme cold temperatures and lack of soil for growth. However, some lichens, mosses, and algae can survive in these harsh conditions by growing on rocks or ice surfaces where minimal nutrients are available. These plants are adapted to survive in low temperatures and limited sunlight.
What plants are on mount McKinley?
Over 650 species of flowering plants, mosses, lichens, fungi, and algae grow on Mt. McKinley. Only plants that have adapted to the harsh winters and short growing season can survive on Mt. McKinley.
Are there lots of plants in the Atacama Desert?
No, plants are rare. In some areas none can be seen. There are areas that receive little rain but dense fog moves in from the Pacific Ocean and provides enough moisture for lichens and a few cacti to survive. There are rare oasis were a few more plants can survive but these are quite uncommon.
