Botany-Population Interactions

NEET Botany Population Interactions MCQ Question

Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 12

Which of the following statements about population interactions is correct?

A

In mutualism, both species benefit from the interaction.

B

In predation, both species benefit from the interaction.

C

In amensalism, one species is benefited while the other is harmed.

D

In commensalism, one species benefits while the other is harmed.

Correct Answer

Option A

Detailed Explanation

Mutualism is characterized by interactions where both species benefit, while in predation, only the predator benefits. Amensalism involves one species being harmed with no effect on the other, and commensalism involves one species benefiting while the other is unaffected.

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