Animal Mutualism Quiz

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What is commensalism in biology?

A relationship where one species benefits without harming the other (correct)

A relationship where one species benefits at the expense of the other

A relationship where both species benefit from each other

A relationship where both species are harmed due to interaction

Which of the following is NOT an example of commensalism?

Barnacles attaching to rocks

Barnacles attaching to a baby jellyfish

Cattel Egret & Cow

Cattel Egret feeding on ticks on a cow (correct)

Which term describes the ecological relationship between two species living in close proximity regardless of harmful or beneficial outcomes?

Commensalism

Parasitism

Predation

Symbiosis (correct)

In a commensal relationship, how does one species benefit?

By obtaining food or shelter without harming the other species Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of commensalism?

One species benefits without affecting the other Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following relationships is symbiotic but not an example of commensalism?

Barnacles & Cattel Egret Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit the crocodile receives from the plover bird in their relationship?

The plover bird cleans the crocodile's teeth and prevents infection. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit the shark receives from the remora fish in their relationship?

The remora fish keeps the waters clear of scraps around the shark. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit the Cape Buffalo receives from the Cattle egrets in their relationship?

The Cattle egrets clean the Cape Buffalo's hide and prevent infection. Signup and view all the answers

In the relationship between the shark and remora fish, what is the primary benefit the remora fish receives?

The shark gives the remora fish free transportation across the oceans. Signup and view all the answers

In the relationship between the Cape Buffalo and Cattle egrets, what happens if the Cattle egret eats ticks off the hide of the Cape Buffalo?

The relationship becomes one of mutualism. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a benefit the shark receives from the remora fish in their relationship?

The remora fish protects the shark from predators. Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit for the egrets in their relationship with the cape buffalo?

The egrets receive food by eating ticks off the cape buffalo Signup and view all the answers

In the mutualistic relationship between ravens and wolves, what does the raven provide?

The raven guides the wolf to a carcass Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mutualism is described in the relationship between bacteria and humans/animals?

Internal mutualism Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of Escherichia coli (E. coli) bacteria in the digestive system of mammals?

It helps break down food that mammals cannot digest Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about Escherichia coli (E. coli) is correct?

Most strains of E. coli are harmless, but some can cause severe foodborne illness Signup and view all the answers

In the relationship between the red-billed oxpecker bird and the impala, what does the bird provide?

The bird removes insects from the impala's ears Signup and view all the answers

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