| Mycorrhizal represents an intimate mutualistic relationship between |
| a) | Fungi and stem of higher plants | b) | Fungi and roots of higher plants |
| c) | Fungi and leaves of higher plants | d) | Fungi and leaflets of higher plants |
| (b)Like lichens, mycorrhiza are associations between fungi and roots of higher plants. The fungi helped the plant in the absorption of essential nutrients from soil, while the plant in turn provide carbohydrates and shelter to fungi |