Questions and Answers
Which of these options are types of species interactions? (Select all that apply)
What is predation?
It is when one organism kills and eats another organism.
What does competition refer to in species interactions?
It is a form of interaction where species compete for the same limited resource without direct contact.
Define parasitism.
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What is mutualism?
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Describe commensalism.
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Study Notes
Major Types of Species Interactions
- Five primary types: predation, competition, parasitism, mutualism, commensalism.
Predation
- Involves one organism (predator) killing and consuming another (prey).
- Examples: A lion hunting a zebra; hawks catching mice.
Competition
- Occurs when species vie for the same limited resources without direct contact.
- Examples: Plants competing for sunlight; animals competing for food.
Parasitism
- Involves a parasite living in or on a host and obtaining nutrients without immediately killing it.
- Examples: Ticks on mammals; tapeworms in intestines.
Mutualism
- A cooperative interaction where both species gain benefits.
- Examples: Bees pollinating flowers while feeding on nectar; clownfish providing protection for anemones.
Commensalism
- A relationship where one species benefits while the other is neither helped nor harmed.
- Examples: Barnacles attaching to whales; birds nesting in trees.
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Explore the five major types of species interactions in this science quiz. You'll learn about predation, competition, parasitism, mutualism, and commensalism, enhancing your understanding of ecological relationships and dynamics.
