Interactions in Ecosystems

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What is the definition of symbiosis?

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Symbiosis is a close interaction between two different species that can benefit one or both organisms.

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What is parasitism?

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Parasitism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one organism (the parasite) benefits at the expense of another organism (the host), often causing harm.

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Give an example of a parasitic relationship.

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Ticks feeding on a dog is an example of parasitism.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from the interaction.

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Provide an example of mutualism.

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A honeybee pollinating a plant while receiving nectar for food is an example of mutualism.

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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Competition occurs when two or more organisms use the same resource, such as food, water, or space.

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What is commensalism?

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Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed.

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Give an example of commensalism.

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Birds eating insects off the back of a hippo is an example of commensalism.

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What is predation?

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Predation is a relationship where one organism (the predator) hunts and eats another organism (the prey).

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species.