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In a lichen, partner X prepares food while partner Y provides shelter and absorbs water and minerals. Which additional observation would support the identification of this association?

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Explanation

In lichens, the algal phycobiont prepares food, while the fungal mycobiont provides shelter and absorbs water and mineral nutrients. Lichens do not grow in polluted areas and therefore serve as pollution indicators.