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Lichen are fungi that live with another living thing either algae or autotrophic bacteria as they both benefit each other. What is this relationship
called?

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Mutualism

Step-by-step explanation:

Mutualism is a feeding relationship between two different types of organisms both of which benefit from the association. The fungus derives ions from the water run-off and shares with the alga. The alga provides fungus with sugars which it produces through photosynthesis.

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