Identify the organisms involved in the symbiotic relationships and classify the type of symbiosis for each scenario.
Understand the Problem
The question involves identifying organisms in symbiotic relationships and classifying the type of symbiosis (e.g., parasitism) based on the scenarios provided.
Answer
1. Bacteria and Plant Roots - Mutualism; 2. Fungus and Tree - Parasitism.
- Organism 1: Bacteria, Organism 2: Plant Roots, Symbiotic Relationship: Mutualism. 2. Organism 1: Chicken of the woods fungus, Organism 2: Tree, Symbiotic Relationship: Parasitism.
Answer for screen readers
- Organism 1: Bacteria, Organism 2: Plant Roots, Symbiotic Relationship: Mutualism. 2. Organism 1: Chicken of the woods fungus, Organism 2: Tree, Symbiotic Relationship: Parasitism.
More Information
Mutualism involves both organisms benefiting. Parasitism has one organism benefiting at the expense of the other.
Tips
A common mistake is misclassifying the symbiotic relationships by not accurately assessing who benefits or is harmed in the interaction.
Sources
- Symbiotic Relationship | Definition, Types & Examples - Lesson - study.com
- Symbiotic Relationships: Parasitism, Commensalism, and Mutualism - coursesidekick.com
AI-generated content may contain errors. Please verify critical information
Thank you for voting!
