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Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
When a pistol shrimp defends the coral in which it lives, the relationship between the two is called ____
A
mutualism
B
commensalism
C
predation
D
parasitism.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -When a pistol shrimp defends the coral in which it lives, the relationship between the two is called . parasitism.

Detailed explanation-2: -A parasitic relationship is one in which one organism, the parasite, lives off of another organism, the host, harming it and possibly causing death. The parasite lives on or in the body of the host. A few examples of parasites are tapeworms, fleas, and barnacles.

Detailed explanation-3: -Most plant species, insect species, frogs as well as marine species such as oysters and fishes have a Type III survivorship curve.

Detailed explanation-4: -When a lion competes with a zebra for water it is an example of interspecific competition. You introduce fruit flies into a large container full of their favorite food and provide lots of space for mating and laying eggs.

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