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Which one represents a mutualistic association of a fungus with roots of higher plant?

A

Mycorrhiza

B

Mycoplasma

C

Lichen

D

Myxomycetes

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A
Mycorrhiza fungi colonize roots forming a biological link between the root and soil. The fungus grow into the root and out into the soil. The fungus in the soil absorb water and nutrients from the soil and conduct them back to the root. Mycorrhiza fungi in turn absorb nutrients from the plant root.
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