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(A) Lichens represent a symbiotic association between algae $(phycobiont)$ and fungi $(mycobiont)$.In this association,the algal component is photosyn

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It performs photosynthesis to prepare food.

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(A) Lichens represent a symbiotic association between algae $(phycobiont)$ and fungi $(mycobiont)$.In this association,the algal component is photosynthetic and is responsible for preparing food for both partners.The fungal component provides protection,anchorage,and absorbs water and minerals from the surroundings for the algae.

What is the function of the algal component in a lichen?

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