Fungi form symbiotic association with plants, which is called mycorrhiza. The fungal symbiont in these associations absorbs phosphorus from soil and passes itto the plant. Thus, acts as a biofertiliser. The fungi belonging to the genus Glomus form mycorrhizal associations with plants.
How do mycorrhizae act as biofertilisers? Explain. Name a genus of fungi that forms a mycorrhizal association with plants.
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Adam Block
Fungi form symbiotic association with plants, which is called mycorrhiza. The fungal symbiont in these associations absorbs phosphorus from soil and passes itto the plant. Thus, acts as a biofertiliser. The fungi belonging to the genus Glomus form mycorrhizal associations with plants.