Organisms And Population Question 70
Question: Small fish get stuck near the bottom of a shark and derives its nutrition from it. This kind of association is called as [BHU 2005]
Options:
A) Symbiosis
B) Commensalism
C) Predation
D) Parasitism
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Answer:
Correct Answer: B
Solution:
Commensalism is an association between 2 organisms in which one is benefitted without the other being harmed e.g.- Sucker fish has a hold fast and attached itself underside of shark and thus remains protected and also get food left over when shark is feeding on its prey.