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Questions and Answers
The symbiotic relationship between tapeworms and mammals is an example of ______.
parasitism
Cattle egrets benefit from livestock stirring up insects, illustrating a ______ relationship.
commensalism
The interaction between oxpeckers and rhinoceroses is an example of ______.
mutualism
In the context of predator-prey interaction, organism X is the ______.
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In parasitism, organism Y is referred to as the ______.
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Study Notes
Tapeworms
- Tapeworms are worms in the small intestines of mammals
- They latch onto the intestinal wall and absorb nutrients
- This can cause malnutrition and weakness
Cattle Egrets
- Birds that follow livestock (cattle, horses)
- Stir up insects as livestock eat grass
- Egrets eat the insects
Oxpeckers
- Small birds that live on rhinoceroses
- They eat parasites on the rhino's skin
- Benefits both the bird and the rhino
Symbiotic Relationships
- Interaction 1: Organism X (predator) and Organism Y (prey)
- Interaction 2: Organism X (parasite) and Organism Y (host)
- Organism X (positive/negative): In Interaction 1 Organism X benefits from eating Organism Y, so it is positively affected, while in Interaction 2 Organism X benefits by feeding on the host, but the host is harmed, so it is negatively affected
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Description
Explore the fascinating world of symbiotic relationships between organisms, including examples like tapeworms, cattle egrets, and oxpeckers. This quiz will test your understanding of how these interactions impact the involved species and ecosystems. Delve into the positive and negative effects of these unique associations.
