How can you tell the difference between moss and lichen?

Answer Posted / scott

moss is formed on dry land such as tree's, rocks, etc.
algae is formed in the water and if there are to may
nutrients it will grow rapidly out of control and form
algae or algae blooms. algae is associated with the water
moss is associated with dry land.

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