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The symbiotic relationship between tapeworms and mammals is an example of ______.
The symbiotic relationship between tapeworms and mammals is an example of ______.
parasitism
Cattle egrets benefit from livestock stirring up insects, illustrating a ______ relationship.
Cattle egrets benefit from livestock stirring up insects, illustrating a ______ relationship.
commensalism
The interaction between oxpeckers and rhinoceroses is an example of ______.
The interaction between oxpeckers and rhinoceroses is an example of ______.
mutualism
In the context of predator-prey interaction, organism X is the ______.
In the context of predator-prey interaction, organism X is the ______.
In parasitism, organism Y is referred to as the ______.
In parasitism, organism Y is referred to as the ______.
Flashcards
Tapeworm Parasitism
Tapeworm Parasitism
A tapeworm benefits by obtaining nutrients from a mammal's intestine, harming the mammal.
Cattle Egret Commensalism
Cattle Egret Commensalism
Cattle egrets benefit by feeding on insects stirred up by livestock. Livestock aren't helped or harmed.
Oxpecker Mutualism
Oxpecker Mutualism
Oxpeckers eat parasites on rhinoceroses. Both organisms benefit.
Predator-Prey Relationship
Predator-Prey Relationship
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Parasite - Host Relationship
Parasite - Host Relationship
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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.
