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In lichens, sexual reproduction belongs to
BiologyBiological ClassificationNEET
Options:
  • A Fungal partner only
  • B Algal partner only
  • C Both Fungal and algal partners
  • D Neither fungal or algal partner
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The correct answer is: Fungal partner only
Lichens exhibit the symbiotic association between algae and fungi. The fungal partner is involved in sexual reproduction with the help of reproductive structures called apothecia.

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