Biology
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Medium
Question
Type of lichen which tightly attaches to rocks is _____________?
A
Parmelia
B
Fruticose
C
Foliose
D
Crustose
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A
Parmelia
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B
Fruticose
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C
Foliose
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D
Crustose
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Explanation
Crustose lichens grow as a thin crust that adheres tightly to rock or bark surfaces, making them difficult to remove without damaging the substrate.