Symbiotic Relationships: Explore the Interconnectedness of Life

Question 1

What is the usual long-term impact of a parasitic relationship on the population of the host?

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The host population shrinks in size

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The host population grows in size

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The host population is unaffected

Question 2

What is the term for a relationship where one species benefits while the other is unaffected?

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Commensalism

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Mutualism

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Parasitism

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Predation

Question 3

What is the term for a symbiotic relationship where one species lives inside the body of another?

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Endosymbiosis

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Commensalism

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Mutualism

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Parasitism

Question 4

How do animals adapt to different habitats to survive and meet their needs?

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They develop physical traits like fur or feathers, and behaviours like migration or hibernation, that suit their environment.

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They move to different habitats with more favourable conditions.

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They rely on other species to provide them with what they need.

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They change their food and eating habits.

Question 5

Which example shows a mutualistic relationship, where both species benefit?

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A clownfish living among anemones, which provide protection

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A tapeworm living in a dog's intestines, harming the dog

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A cuckoo bird laying its eggs in a meadow pipit's nest, tricking the pipit into raising the cuckoo's young

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A human keeping a pet dog for companionship

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of parasitism?

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The host often benefits from the parasite

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The parasite usually lives on or in the host

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The parasite often benefits at the expense of the host

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The parasite and host often evolve together

Question 7

What is the key difference between commensalism and mutualism in symbiotic relationships?

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In commensalism, one organism benefits and the other is unaffected, while in mutualism, both organisms benefit.

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In commensalism, both organisms benefit equally, while in mutualism one benefits more than the other.

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In mutualism, both organisms benefit, while in commensalism only one benefits.

Question 8

Commensalism usually benefits one species without harming the other. However, can you think of any situations where commensalism might have negative effects on the other species?

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Yes, commensalism can sometimes have negative consequences for the other species, such as increased competition for resources or the potential spread of diseases.

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No, commensalism only benefits one species and never harms the other.

Question 9

Which of the following describes mutualism, where both species benefit from the relationship?

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A bee pollinating a flower

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A bird eating a caterpillar

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A tapeworm living in a human intestine

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A barnacle attaching itself to a whale

Question 10

Which of the following is a key characteristic of a parasitic relationship?

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One species benefits while the other is harmed

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Both species benefit from the interaction

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Neither species is affected by the interaction

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Both species compete for resources

Question 11

Which of the following animals has a well-known symbiotic relationship with algae?

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Sea anemone

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Cow

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Lion

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Elephant

Question 12

What is the primary function of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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To break down dead organisms and recycle nutrients

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To produce food for other organisms

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To regulate water levels

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To provide shelter for animals

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT a type of symbiosis **found in the UK**?

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Predator-prey

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

Question 14

In **mutualistic** relationships, both species involved:

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Benefit from the interaction.

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Are harmed by the interaction.

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Have no effect on each other.

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Compete for resources.

Question 15

Which of these is an example of **commensalism**?

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Mistletoe growing on an oak tree

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A bee pollinating a flower

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A tapeworm living in a human intestine

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A lion hunting a zebra

Question 16

Symbiotic relationships can shape ecosystems by doing all the following **EXCEPT**:

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Increasing pollution levels.

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Providing food and shelter for different species.

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Regulating population sizes.

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Affecting nutrient cycling.

Question 17

Which of the following is a **mutualistic relationship** found in the UK?

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Mistletoe and oak trees

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Cows and ticks

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Fleas and dogs

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Worms and humans

Question 18

Symbiotic relationships are:

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Dynamic and can change over time.

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Always stable and unchanging.

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Only found in specific environments.

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Always beneficial to both species

Question 19

Which type of symbiotic relationship occurs when one organism benefits while the other is not affected?

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Commensalism

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Mutualism

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Parasitism

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Amensalism

Question 20

Which of these animals is a parasite that harms sheep in the UK?

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Liver flukes

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Hedgehogs

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Squirrels

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Rabbits

Question 21

Lichens are a great example of a symbiotic relationship because they are:

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A partnership between a fungus and algae that creates a new organism.

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A bird using a tree for nesting without affecting the tree in any way.

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A dog providing protection to a family in exchange for food.

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A plant releasing oxygen into the air, which is used by animals.

Question 22

Which of these is NOT a characteristic of parasitic relationships?

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The parasite always lives inside the host's body.

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One organism benefits at the expense of the other.

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The parasite can cause harm or even death to the host.

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The parasite relies on the host for survival.

Question 23

Which of these UK animals is an example of a commensal?

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Barnacles

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Mice

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Owls

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Squirrels

Question 24

How does the relationship between bees and flowers illustrate mutualism?

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Bees get nectar from flowers, while flowers get pollinated.

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Bees protect flowers from pests, while flowers provide bees with shelter.

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Bees transport flowers to new places, while flowers give bees food.

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Bees water flowers, while flowers offer bees a resting spot.

Question 25

How can disruptions to symbiotic relationships affect the stability and functioning of UK ecosystems? Give specific examples to explain your answer.

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Disruptions can weaken ecosystems and make species more at risk.

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Disruptions only impact the species directly involved in the relationship.

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Disruptions can lead to an increase in biodiversity.

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Disruptions have no effect on ecosystem stability or functioning.

Question 26

Which of the following is NOT a type of symbiotic relationship where species live in close association?

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Neutralism

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

Question 27

In a mutualistic relationship, how do both species involved generally benefit?

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They both gain advantages from the interaction.

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They both experience negative effects from the interaction.

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One species benefits, while the other is unaffected.

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They compete for resources.

Question 28

Which of the following is an example of commensalism, where one species benefits while the other is unaffected?

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The relationship between a hermit crab and a sea anemone

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The relationship between a bee and a flower

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The relationship between a tick and a deer

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The relationship between a lion and a zebra

Question 29

Parasites are organisms that:

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Live on or in another organism and obtain nutrients from it.

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Provide protection and shelter for other organisms.

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Help to decompose organic matter.

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Are always beneficial to their host.

Question 30

Which of the following is an example of a mutualistic relationship commonly found in the UK?

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The relationship between a mistletoe and an oak tree

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The relationship between a hedgehog and a tick

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The relationship between a rabbit and a fox

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The relationship between a vole and a snake

Question 31

Commensalism can be defined as a type of symbiotic relationship where:

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One species benefits, while the other is neither harmed nor benefited.

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Both species benefit from the interaction.

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One species benefits, while the other is harmed.

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Both species are harmed by the interaction.

Question 32

What is mutualistic coevolution? Give an example of this type of symbiosis found in the UK.

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Mutualistic coevolution is when two species evolve together, helping each other survive and adapt.

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One species evolves to help another, but the second species does not evolve in return.

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Mutualistic coevolution occurs when one species harms another to gain an advantage.

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I'm not sure what mutualistic coevolution is.

Question 33

What is a defining characteristic of symbiotic relationships that distinguishes them from non-symbiotic interactions?

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Symbiotic relationships often involve long-term and specific interactions between organisms.

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Symbiotic relationships are always mutually beneficial to both organisms.

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Symbiotic relationships are exclusive to aquatic environments.

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Symbiosis requires direct physical contact between the two organisms.

Question 34

Which type of symbiotic relationship is mutually beneficial for both species involved?

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

Question 35

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a parasitic relationship?

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The parasite often kills the host quickly

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Only one species benefits while the other is harmed

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The parasite usually lives inside or on the host

Question 36

What is the key difference between mutualism and commensalism?

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The level of benefit to each species

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The number of species involved

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The length of the relationship

Question 37

Which of these shows a mutualistic relationship, where both species benefit?

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A clownfish living in a sea anemone

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A tapeworm living in a human intestine

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A mosquito feeding on human blood

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A tick attaching to a dog

Question 38

Which of these is classified as a parasite?

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Tapeworm

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Mistletoe

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Honeybee

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Spider

Question 39

The symbiotic relationship between lichens and algae is best described as:

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

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Predation

Question 40

Which of these is NOT an advantage of symbiotic relationships?

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Increased competition for resources

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Increased survival rate

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Enhanced reproductive success

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Protection from predators

Question 41

The relationship between a dog and its fleas is an example of:

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Parasitism

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Predation

Question 42

Which of these best describes a characteristic of mutualistic relationships?

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Both species benefit

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One species benefits, while the other is unaffected

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One species benefits, while the other is harmed

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Both species compete for resources

Question 43

The relationship between a fungus and a plant's roots is an example of:

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

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Predation

Question 44

Which of these interactions is an example of mutualism, where both organisms benefit?

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Bees and flowers

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Tapeworms and humans

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Fleas and cats

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Mistletoe and trees

Question 45

Which of these interactions is considered parasitism, where one organism harms the other?

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Cuckoos laying eggs in other birds' nests

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Bees collecting nectar from flowers

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Bacteria living in the human gut

Question 46

Which of the following is a characteristic of symbiotic relationships?

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Long-term interactions

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Short-term interactions

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Infrequent interactions

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Random interactions

Question 47

Which of these is a potential disadvantage of symbiotic relationships for organisms?

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Increased vulnerability to predators

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Enhanced survival

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Increased reproductive success

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Improved access to resources

Question 48

Which of the following ecosystems is particularly renowned for its diverse range of symbiotic relationships?

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Coral reefs

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Deserts

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Grasslands

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Coniferous forests

Question 49

How do symbiotic relationships contribute to the variety of life on Earth?

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They create unique ecological niches.

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They reduce competition between species.

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They have no impact on biodiversity.

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They increase the overall biomass of ecosystems.

Question 50

Which of these is NOT a type of relationship where two living things interact?

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Anarchy

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Parasitism

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

Question 51

In a mutualistic relationship, both species...

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Help each other out.

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Harm each other.

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Don't affect each other.

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Fight over food.

Question 52

Which is an example of commensalism?

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A barnacle hitching a ride on a whale.

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A bee getting nectar from a flower.

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A tapeworm living inside a person.

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A lion catching a zebra for dinner.

Question 53

In a parasitic relationship, one species...

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Benefits by harming another species.

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Benefits both species.

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Switches roles with the other species.

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Has no effect on the other species.

Question 54

What's the term for a relationship where one species gets a home from another?

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Inquilinism

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Amensalism

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Mutualism

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Commensalism

Question 55

Which of these is a symbiotic relationship found in the UK?

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Mistletoe growing on a tree.

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A lion hunting a zebra in Africa.

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A penguin colony in Antarctica.

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A coral reef in Australia.

Question 56

What's the main difference between mutualism and commensalism?

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In mutualism, both species benefit, but in commensalism, only one species benefits.

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Mutualism is temporary, commensalism is permanent.

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Mutualism involves different-sized species, commensalism involves similar-sized species.

Question 57

How do symbiotic relationships help keep ecosystems healthy?

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They provide food, shelter, and protection for different animals.

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They make ecosystems less diverse.

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They cause more competition for food.

Question 58

Which statement about symbiotic relationships is NOT true?

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All symbiotic relationships are good for both species.

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Symbiotic relationships happen in all kinds of places.

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Symbiotic relationships can change over time.