Tuesday, July 27, 2010

15) Lichen



This is a picture of Lichen on a log. Lichen is an organism with a symbiotic association with fungus and photosynthetic properties. Lichen can live in extreme ranges such as the tunrda, rocky crests, or hot deserts. Lichen can also be found in more common area's of leaves, branches, and rock surfaces. It is a long living organism and often times it is used for dyes, perfumes, and medicines.

No comments:

Post a Comment

Note: Only a member of this blog may post a comment.