Competition in the Natural World

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What is a parasite?

An organism that feeds from and harms another organism.

What are endoparasites?

Parasites that feed in a living host.

Give an example of an endoparasite.

Liver fluke.

What are ectoparasites?

<p>Parasites that feed on the outside of the host.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Give an example of an ectoparasite.

<p>Fleas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do parasites differ from predators?

<p>They are smaller, often attack from within, and are dependent on one particular host.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is symbiosis?

<p>A close relationship between two organisms of different species in which at least one of them benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does symbiosis affect the numbers of both species?

<p>It increases the numbers of both species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is mutualism?

<p>A type of symbiosis where both organisms benefit.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of parasites in relation to their hosts?

<p>They only do a small amount of damage to the host so as not to harm their food source or home.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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