Q. The type of relationship in which one organism is benefited while there is no effect on other is
✅ Correct Answer: (C)
Commensalisms
Explanation:
Commensalism is a type of relationship in which one organism benefits while the other remains unaffected (neither harmed nor benefited).
- (A) Symbiosis – A broad term that includes various relationships like mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.
- (B) Mutualism – Both organisms benefit from the relationship (e.g., bees and flowers).
- (D) Parasitism – One organism benefits while the other is harmed (e.g., ticks on dogs).
An example of commensalism is barnacles on whales—barnacles get a place to live and filter food from the water, but the whale is not affected.
Explanation by: Official MCQ Buddy
Commensalism is a type of relationship in which one organism benefits while the other remains unaffected (neither harmed nor benefited).
- (A) Symbiosis – A broad term that includes various relationships like mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.
- (B) Mutualism – Both organisms benefit from the relationship (e.g., bees and flowers).
- (D) Parasitism – One organism benefits while the other is harmed (e.g., ticks on dogs).
An example of commensalism is barnacles on whales—barnacles get a place to live and filter food from the water, but the whale is not affected.