Which of the following are most suitable indicators of SO2 pollution in the environment?
- Conifers
- Fungi
- Algae
- Lichens
Answer
(4) Lichens
Solution
As per NCERT, lichens are very good pollution indicators – they do not grow in polluted areas.
∵ Lichens are highly sensitive to SO2 in the air, their absence or death shows SO2 pollution.
∴ Lichens are the most suitable indicators of SO2 pollution.
Answer: (4)