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The relation between algae and fungi in a lichen is

A

symbiosis

B

Parasitism-Intra -specific relationship

C

commensalism

D

protocooperation

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The relation between algae and fungi in a lichen is symbiosis. In lichen fungi is for water intake and algae is photosynthetic and prepares food.
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