Question

Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R.
Assertion A: Lichens are symbiotic association between algae and fungi.
Reason R: The algal component in the lichens is known as phycobiont and the fungal component is known as mycobiont.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below :

• A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
• B. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
• C. A is true but R is false
• D. A is false but R is true

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The correct answer is (B) : Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.