Lichens can be used as:
1.  Bio-indicator for water and air pollution
2.  Initial vegetation for waste lands
3.  Source of wood
4.  To check the air pollution

Subtopic:  Lichens |
 57%
Level 3: 35%-60%
AIPMT - 1999
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There exists a close association between the alga and the fungus within a lichen. The fungus:

1. Provides food for the alga
2. Provides protection, anchorage and absorption for the alga
3. Fixes the atmospheric nitrogen for the alga
4. Releases oxygen for the alga
Subtopic:  Lichens |
 83%
Level 1: 80%+
AIPMT - 2005
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