AY Honors/Lichens/Answer Key

1

What are lichens? Lichens are like some of the kingdoms of living things that are known, why?

2

Know the life cycle of a lichen.

3

Find, identify and photograph fruticose, crustose, and foliose lichens.

4

Why are lichens important for nature?

5

What determines the pigment or color of a lichen?

6

What is the relationship amongst the organisms that make up a lichen?

7

What are the main groups of fungi that are associated with algae?

8

Explain what symbiosis and mutualism are.

9

Name at least two benefits of lichens for man and the environment.

10

What is the relationship between the lichen species Lecanora esculenta and manna?