Role Of Mycorrhizae Flashcards
1
Q
What is a symbiotic/ mutualistic relationship?
A
Two species live closely together and depend on each other for survival
2
Q
How does mycorrhizae increase absorption of water and ions by plant/ tree roots?
A
Hyphae of fungus grow in and around plant roots
—> this increases surface area to be much greater for absorption that plants couldn’t achieve on their own
