Symbiotic Relationships

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What is mutualism?

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A type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit (+,+).

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What is commensalism?

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A type of symbiotic relationship where one species benefits while the other is unaffected (+,0).

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What is parasitism?

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A type of symbiotic relationship where one species benefits at the expense of the other (+,-).

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What is predation?

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An interaction where one organism (the predator) kills and eats another organism (the prey).

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How do symbiotic relationships affect ecosystems?

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They help maintain balance and stability within ecosystems.

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What role does competition play in ecosystems?

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It keeps population sizes in check due to limited resources.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience and stability.

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Can you give an example of mutualism?

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Bees pollinating flowers is an example of mutualism.

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Can you give an example of commensalism?

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Barnacles attaching to a whale is an example of commensalism.

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Can you give an example of parasitism?

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A tick feeding on a dog is an example of parasitism.

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