AIIMS2008Botany-Ecology

AIIMS 2008 Botany Symbiotic Relationships MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

A

lichen, an association of fungus and algae is an example of mutualism.

B

those epiphytes which use other plants for support only and not for water or food supply and are examples of commensalism.

C

sea-anemone on hermit-crab is an example of protocoooperation.

D

mutualism, protocoooperation, commensalism cannot be included under symbiosis.

Correct Answer

Option D

Detailed Explanation

Symbiosis means 'living together'. It is a beneficial coaction between two (or more) different species.

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