Asked by Kayla Bryfogle on May 14, 2024
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Why are lichens able to track air pollution to its source?
A) because they live a short time and they stay in one place
B) because they are long lived and they stay in one place
C) because they are widespread in the boreal forest and are long lived
D) because they are widespread in the boreal forest and highly mobile
Air Pollution
The presence of substances in the air that are harmful to human health, the environment, or the climate.
Boreal Forest
A large biome of coniferous forest located in the northern regions of North America, Europe, and Asia, characterized by cold temperatures and short growing seasons.
Lichens
Symbiotic organisms composed of a fungus and a photosynthetic partner, often an alga or cyanobacterium.
- Explain the use of bioindicators in monitoring air pollution.
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Fayyadh Az ZakwanMay 17, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Lichens are long lived and they grow in place, allowing them to accumulate pollutants in their tissues over time. This accumulation can be used to identify the source of pollution by comparing pollutant levels in lichens growing in different locations.
Learning Objectives
- Explain the use of bioindicators in monitoring air pollution.