Growth of lichens on barren rocks is followed by the growth of

Options

A. moss
B. ferns
C. gymnosperms
D. algae

Answer

A

Explanation

Licheus are the pioneer of succession which produce acid to errode the barren so etc. most lichens grown on stable rock surfaces or the bark of old trees. They are an important part of soil stabilisation and help to retain water in the soil. This enables masses to graw an the soil after lichen which is then followed by gymnosperms.