NEET · BiologyMedium

The symbiotic association between fungi and roots of higher plants is known as:

  1. A.Lichens
  2. B.Mycorrhiza
  3. C.Rhizobium
  4. D.Cyanobacteria
Show correct answer & step-by-step solution

Correct answer: BMycorrhiza

Solution

  1. Mycorrhiza involves a mutualistic relationship between fungi and plant roots.
  2. The fungus helps the plant absorb phosphorus and water from the soil.
  3. Lichens are associations between algae and fungi, while Rhizobium is a nitrogen-fixing bacterium.
  4. Hence the answer is (B).

Attempt this question & track your score

Sign up free to answer, get instant scoring, and let SolveGini track which Biology topics you need to revise.

Attempt & Track Free →

More Microbes practice questions

View all Microbes questions →
The symbiotic association between fungi and roots of higher plants is known as: — NEET Biology Question with Solution | SolveGini