An association between two organisms where both members benefit is known as _______

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An association between two organisms where both members benefit is known as _______

  • A) symbiosis
  • B) commensalism
  • C) ammensalism
  • D) mutualism

Correct Answer: D) mutualism

Explanation

This Biology question is asking about a type of relationship between two organisms where both members benefit. This type of relationship is called mutualism. Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from the association. In mutualism, both organisms depend on each other for survival. An example of mutualism is the relationship between bees and flowers. Bees collect nectar from flowers to make honey. As bees collect nectar, they transfer pollen from one flower to another, which helps flowers reproduce. This benefits both the bees and the flowers. It is important to note that mutualism is different from the other options given in the question. Commensalism is a relationship where one organism benefits while the other is neither helped nor harmed. Ammensalism is a relationship where one organism is harmed while the other is neither helped nor harmed. Saprophytism is a relationship where one organism feeds on dead or decaying matter. Therefore, the correct answer to this question is option D: mutualism.



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