Symbiosis and Microbial Interactions
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What does the term symbiosis literally mean?

  • Living separately
  • Living together (correct)
  • Living competitively
  • Living in isolation

    • Who first coined the term symbiosis?

  • Heinrich Anton de Bary (correct)
  • Charles Darwin
  • Gregor Mendel
  • Louis Pasteur

    • Which of the following relationships is NOT included in the definition of symbiosis by de Bary?

  • Mutualistic
  • Competitive (correct)
  • Commensalistic
  • Parasitic

    • What does the term 'host' refer to in the context of symbiosis?

    <p>The larger organism involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of symbiosis saw considerable confusion and variation for over 130 years?

    <p>Definition of mutualism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of neutralism in microbial interactions?

    <p>Neither species loses or gains anything from the relationship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of interaction is NOT part of the mutualism spectrum?

    <p>Predation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes neutralism from mutualism?

    <p>In neutralism, species do not interact positively or negatively.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which scenario would NOT typically lead to neutralism?

    <p>Species thrive in similar environments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what environment is neutralism most likely to occur?

    <p>Eutrophic lakes with rich nutrient availability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of interaction is competition classified as?

    <p>Negative Interaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In microbial interactions, which of the following is an example of a positive interaction?

    <p>Cooperation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following interactions always implies harm to one species?

    <p>Parasitism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines obligate mutualism?

    <p>Both microorganisms depend on each other for survival.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of mutualism allows one species to survive independently of the other?

    <p>Facultative Mutualism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In mutualism, what is a key characteristic of the interaction?

    <p>Both parties experience benefits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a negative interaction in interspecific interactions?

    <p>Ammensalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does not describe mutualism?

    <p>One species benefits while the other is not affected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can theoretically happen as a result of mutualism?

    <p>The creation of a new species.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following interactions is characterized as a negative interaction within intraspecific relationships?

    <p>Competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary feature of commensalism in contrast to mutualism?

    <p>One species benefits while the other is unaffected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What describes ammensalism in microbial interactions?

    <p>One population is harmed while the other is unaffected.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which substance is produced during ammensalism that could negatively impact another microbial population?

    <p>Organic acids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In microbial interactions, which of the following describes a situation where both populations benefit?

    <p>Mutualism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT considered a form of negative interaction?

    <p>Commensalism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do antibiotics play in microbial ammensalism?

    <p>They suppress other microbial populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best represents a negative interaction in microbial communities?

    <p>A bacterium producing toxins that harm neighboring bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of population interactions, what does predation imply?

    <p>One population is harmed while the other benefits</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following substances is commonly associated with the negative relationship of ammensalism?

    <p>Sulfides</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary action of Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus in its predation of other bacteria?

    <p>It multiplies within the cell wall of its prey.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Competition among microorganisms in the soil often arises due to the limitation of which of the following resources?

    <p>Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which microorganism is NOT mentioned as a prey for Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus?

    <p>Staphylococcus aureus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor contributes to one microorganism dominating over another in competition?

    <p>Faster reproduction rate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of competition occurs when different populations reduce the availability of a shared resource?

    <p>Resource Competition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of soil microorganisms, what is a key characteristic of a good competitor?

    <p>Ability to utilize resources more efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following limiting resources may NOT contribute to competition among soil microorganisms?

    <p>Antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus affect the populations of other bacteria?

    <p>It causes lysis of the prey, reducing their populations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Symbiosis

    • Symbiosis is the term used to describe the living together of different organisms.
    • The term comes from the Greek words "sym" (meaning "with") and "biosis" (meaning "living").
    • De Bary coined the term in 1879 to describe the living together of unlike organisms.
    • The term symbiosis includes parasitic, communalistic, and mutualistic relationships.
    • The definition of symbiosis has been debated for over 130 years since its coining.
    • Mutualism, commensalism, and neutralism are now accepted as types of symbiotic relationships.

    Microbial Interactions

    • Microbial interactions can be classified as either interspecific (between different species) or intraspecific (within the same species).
    • Interspecific Interactions can be further divided into:
      • Neutral Interactions (Neutralism): This type of interaction is rare and occurs when two populations do not affect each other.
      • Positive Interactions:
        • Mutualism: This interaction is obligatory or highly specific, and both populations benefit.
        • Commensalism: One population benefits while the other is unaffected.
        • Proto-cooperation: This interaction is beneficial but not obligatory for either population.
      • Negative Interactions:
        • Amensalism: One population inhibits the growth of another population.
        • Parasitism: One population benefits at the expense of the other.
        • Predation: One population preys on another.
    • intraspecific Interactions can be further divided into:
      • Positive Interactions
        • Cooperation
      • Negative Interactions
        • Competition

    Neutral Interactions (Neutralism)

    • It is a rare occurrence, and a temporary interaction.
    • Conditions include:
      • Separated by vast distances
      • Having dissimilar nutrient requirements
      • Living in eutrophic lakes or marine habitats.

    Mutualism

    • Both populations benefit from this relationship.
    • A close physical connection is often required.
    • Mutualism can lead to the assembly of a new species.

    Types of Mutualism

    • Obligate Mutualism: Both partners cannot survive without each other.
    • Facultative Mutualism: One partner can survive without the other.

    Negative Interactions

    • These interactions involve at least one population being harmed.
    • Amensalism (Antagonism): One population inhibits the growth of another through the production of inhibitory substances.
    • Parasitism: One population benefits at the expense of the other.
    • Predation: One population preys on another.
    • Competition: Two populations compete for the same limited resources.

    Amensalism (Antagonism)

    • This is a common type of negative relationship in the soil.
    • The inhibiting population is unaffected by the substances it produces.
    • Inhibitory substances include antibiotics, toxins, organic acids, and volatile sulfur compounds.

    Predation

    • One population preys on another.
    • Example: Bdellovibrio bacteriovorus is a predatory bacterium that penetrates the cell wall of its prey, multiplies, and then lyses the cell.

    Competition

    • Two populations compete for limited resources.
    • Resources include water, light, nutrients, oxygen, and space.
    • The superior adapted microorganism will dominate.
    • The faster growing organism is considered a good competitor.

    Types of competition

    • Resource Competition: One population diminishes the availability of a resource for another population.

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