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The Importance of Trees

Question 4 • SC332 Environmental Science B

Mycorrhizal fungi are _______.

Answer
A
mutualistic root-dwelling fungi that help plants obtain more water and nutrients.
B
mutualistic leaf-dwelling fungi that obtain sugar from plant leaves
C
parasitic leaf-dwelling fungi that strangle plants
D
epiphytic plants living on plant stems and leaves

Explanation

Mycorrhizal fungi live in association with plant roots, where both organisms benefit. The fungi help plants absorb more water and mineral nutrients from the soil, while receiving sugars from the plant. Therefore, the best answer is “mutualistic root-dwelling fungi that help plants obtain more water and nutrients.”

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