Symbiotic Relationships - Flashcard

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What is symbiosis?

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Any close and long-term biological interaction between two different biological organisms.

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What are the three main types of symbiotic relationships?

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Mutualism, Parasitism, Commensalism.

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Define mutualism.

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A type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit.

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Define parasitism.

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A type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other is harmed.

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Define commensalism.

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A type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other is unaffected.

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What is an example of mutualism?

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Bees pollinating flowers while feeding on nectar.

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What is an example of parasitism?

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Fleas feeding on the blood of a dog.

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What is an example of commensalism?

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Barnacles attaching to a whale's skin.

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How does parasitism differ from mutualism?

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In mutualism, both organisms benefit, while in parasitism, one benefits and the other is harmed.

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What is the impact of parasitism on host organisms?

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It can decrease the host's health and survival.