Species Interactions

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What is parasitism?

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A type of species interaction where one organism (the parasite) benefits at the expense of another organism (the host).

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What symbols best describe parasitism?

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What is predation?

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An interaction where one organism (the predator) eats another organism (the prey) for energy and nutrients.

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What is mutualism?

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

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Give an example of mutualism.

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Hummingbirds feeding on nectar from flowers while pollinating them.

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What role do parasites and predators play in ecosystems?

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They help maintain ecosystem stability by decreasing the population of certain organisms to prevent overpopulation.

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In a parasitic relationship, what is the organism that is harmed called?

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The host.

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In a mutualistic relationship, what is the benefit for both organisms?

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Both organisms gain advantages, such as food, protection, or pollination.

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What is commensalism?

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A type of interaction where one organism benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed.

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What is competition in species interactions?

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An interaction where two or more organisms compete for the same resources, such as food, space, or mates.