NEETBotanyBiological Classification
Can fungi live in association with other organisms?
Options
- AYes, fungi may live as symbionts
- BNo
- CYes, they have predator-prey relationship with certain organisms
- DNone of the above
Correct answer
A. Yes, fungi may live as symbionts
Step-by-step solution
Most fungi are heterotrophic and absorb soluble organic matter from dead substrates and hence are called saprophytes. Those that depend on living plants and animals are called parasites. They can also live as symbionts – in association with algae as lichens and with roots of higher plants as mycorrhiza.