Environmentalhard · Past Paper
Lichens are used as a biological indicator for which type of pollution?
AWater pollution
BAir pollution (especially SO2)
CNoise pollution
DRadioactive pollution
✓ Correct Answer: B — Air pollution (especially SO2)
Lichens are highly sensitive to sulfur dioxide and will not grow in areas with high air pollution.
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