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NEET Previous Year Question

$Which of the following would appear as the pioneer organisms on bare rocks?$

Topic: NEET PYQ

Answer: A. Full step-by-step solution below.

A $Lichens$
B $Liverworts$
C $Mosses$
D $Green algae$

Correct answer: A

Solution

(a) Lichens are pioneer organisms on bare rocks because they can grow without soil. They help break rocks and start soil formation.

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