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What term describes a biological relationship between organisms of two different species that live together in direct contact?
What term describes a biological relationship between organisms of two different species that live together in direct contact?
- Symbiosis (correct)
- Parasitism
- Commensalism
- Mutualism
How do leeches go unnoticed when they bite their host?
How do leeches go unnoticed when they bite their host?
- They have a luminescent organ
- They secrete an anesthetic in their saliva (correct)
- They are visible but harmless
- They release an anticoagulant in their saliva
What unique traits do leeches possess that help them feed on their host's blood?
What unique traits do leeches possess that help them feed on their host's blood?
- Luminescent organ
- Anticoagulant and anesthetic in saliva (correct)
- Voracious predator behavior
- Three bladed jaws for slicing skin
In the relationship between male and female angler fish, what best describes the male's role?
In the relationship between male and female angler fish, what best describes the male's role?
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What is the primary characteristic of parasitism?
What is the primary characteristic of parasitism?
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How do leeches prevent their host's blood from clotting?
How do leeches prevent their host's blood from clotting?
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What is a unique trait of male angler fish in their relationship with females?
What is a unique trait of male angler fish in their relationship with females?
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What purpose does the luminescent organ serve for female angler fish?
What purpose does the luminescent organ serve for female angler fish?
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