Symbiosis, Competition, Predation

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What is Symbiosis?

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A type of interaction where two organisms live closely together for survival.

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What is Competition?

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An interaction that occurs when two organisms are trying to acquire the same resources.

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What is Predation?

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An interaction where one organism kills and eats another for food.

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What is Parasitism?

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A type of symbiosis where one organism benefits at the expense of the other, such as tapeworms taking nutrients from their host.

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What is Commensalism?

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A type of symbiosis in which one species benefits and the other is not affected.

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Give an example of Symbiosis.

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The relationship between clownfish and sea anemones, where both species benefit.

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What is Mutualism?

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A type of symbiosis where both organisms benefit from the interaction.

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How does Competition affect ecosystems?

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It can limit the population sizes of species and influence community structure.

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What is an example of Predation?

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A lion hunting and eating a zebra.

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What is the difference between Parasitism and Commensalism?

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In parasitism, one organism benefits at the expense of another, while in commensalism, one benefits and the other is unaffected.