NEET BIOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -So, the correct answer will be ‘Mutualism. ‘ Additional Information: Mutualism is the relationship where both organisms get positive results from it. An example of mutualism is the relationship between remora and shark.

Detailed explanation-2: -A marine example of commensalism would be a Whale Shark and a Remora, the Remora stays under the shark’s belly and catches and excess food that the shark has left behind. The shark is benefiting the Remora because it is basically feeding the it.

Detailed explanation-3: -The most classic example of commensalism on reefs is the remora. Commonly called “suckerfish” or “sharksuckers”, these fish (of the family Echeneidae) attach themselves to the skin of larger marine animals like sharks and manta rays via a specialized organ on what we might consider their back.

Detailed explanation-4: -The remora removes parasites from the shark’s skin and even inside the mouth, which benefits the shark. Commensalism is when two species live together but one benefits while the other is unharmed or helped. An example of this relationship is seen with the humpback whale and the barnacle.