si Flashcards

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Symbiotic relationship

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relationship of dependence or mutual benefit between organisms of the same ecosystem. There are three types of symbiotic relationships, mutualism, commensalism, and parasitism.

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Mutualism

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a symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other organism in the relationship is not affected.

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Commensalism

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a symbiotic relationship where both organisms in the relationship benefit.

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Parasitism

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a symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other organism is harmed.

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Chemosynthesis-

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typically in the absence of sunlight, plants can use chemicals to make their own food instead of using the sun’s energy during photosynthesis.

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