FORESTRY
ECOLOGY AND ENVIRONMENT
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Question
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Which symbols best describe parasitism?
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+, +
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+, -
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+, 0
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-, 0
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is (C) +/+. Mutualism is a type of symbiosis in which both species benefit from the relationship. In a way, the species are mutually benefitting each other. When denoting symbiotic relationships, a “+” symbol indicates that an organism benefits from the relationship.
Detailed explanation-2: -Parasitism is a symbiotic relationship in which one species (the parasite) benefits while the other species (the host) is harmed. Many species of animals are parasites, at least during some stage of their life. Most species are also hosts to one or more parasites.
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