Lichens and Their Significance · NCERT Biology

Which of the following best summarizes the significance of lichens?

  1. They are the major producers in the oceans
  2. They indicate air quality and aid in succession
  3. They act as the primary decomposers in forests
  4. They fully replace higher plants in ecosystems
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Correct answer: They indicate air quality and aid in succession

Lichens are important indicators of air pollution and act as pioneer species in ecological succession. They play a crucial role in ecosystem development.

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