Which of the following statements about mycorrhizal associations is FALSE?
A)Mycorrhizal fungi grow in or on roots.
B)Mycorrhizal fungi can be species that simply grow near roots.
C)They are found in most vascular plants.
D)They are mutualistic associations.
E)They can be highly specific.

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Mycorrhizal fungi form a symbiotic relationship with plant roots, either growing inside the root cells or on the root surface, rather than just growing near roots without forming a direct association.

Which of the Following Statements About Mycorrhizal Associations Is FALSE