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Which of the following are true statements regarding lichens?


Options:
A .   They help in the formation of soil.
B .   They are dead and decayed organisms.
C .   They can be found on the surface of rocks.
D .   They degrade the fertility of soil.
Answer: Option A
:
A and C
Lichens grow on the surface of rocks. They release certain substances that cause the rock surface to powder down and form a thin layer of soil. They also enrich the soil by trapping water, dust and silt.

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