commensalism Flashcards
1
Q
Commensalism is…
A
symbiotic relationship between two organism of different species
one benefits
other is not harmed nor benefits
2
Q
Describe epiphytes and their commensalism
A
epiphytes are plants that grow on the branches of trees
they use it only for support to obtain maximum light
don’t absorb water or nutrients.
3
Q
I am a fungus with algae within. Name me
A
Lichen
4
Q
Lichen as commensalism
A
Algae photosynthesise food
Fungi absorbs nutrient and water from the air
5
Q
Example of South African land animal commensalism
A
Cattle egret and grazing mammal (any ok)
