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Lichens are ecologically important as they
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Are pioneers on barren rocks
Lichens play the role of pioneer species in primary succession on rocks. Lichens secrete acids to dissolve rocks and thus help in weathering and soil formation. Later on lichens make favourable conditions for the growth of very small plants like bryophytes, which are able to hold small amount of soil. Lichens are also SO2 pollution indicators.
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