Organisms And Populations Question 3
Question: Match List I with List II:
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| A. Mutualism | I. +(A), O(B) |
| B. Commensalism | II. -(A), O(B) |
| C. Amensalism | III. +(A), -(B) |
| D. Parasitism | IV. +(A), +(B) |
Choose the correct answer from the options given below
(1) A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
(2) A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
(3) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
(4) A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
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Answer: (3) A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
Explanation-
Mutualism- Both species + (when two organisms of different species “work together,” each benefiting from the relationship)
Commensalism- one species +, other is O. An association between two organisms in which one benefits and the other derives neither benefit nor harm.
Amensalism- one species -, other is O. One is destroyed or inhibited, and the other remains unaffected
Parasitism- One +, other -, a relationship between the two living species in which one organism is benefitted at the expense of the other
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