13th May 2019
Lichens are a complex life form that have an interdependent partnership with fungus and algea. Lichens do not have any roots, stems or leaves. They usually create disc-shaped structures and often have a grey or pale white appearance.
Mosses and lichens are unique. Their air pollutant fighting capability can be used worldwide. This is important because, on a larger scale, long term results of air pollution will affect the planet’s ability to sustain life. Fresh air, pure water and unpolluted earth are the basic needs for humanity to continue to exist. Hence all living creatures have the right to an environment that is not harmful to their health and nations have a responsibility to keep the quality of air in a good state.
A group of children accompanied Teacher Anne Bradley and myself, in search of lichens and mosses close to the school. The plan is to research how the growth of lichens and mosses close to the school are actually sensors and indicators of our air quality.
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