Match List I with List II: List I (Interaction) List II (Species A and B) A. Mutualism I. +(A), 0(B) B.…

Match List I with List II: 

List I

(Interaction)

List II

(Species A and B)
A. Mutualism  I.  +(A), 0(B)
B. Commensalism II. -(A), 0(B)
C. Amensalism III. +(A), -(B)
D. Parasitism IV. +(A), +(B)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 

  1. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
  2. A-IV, B-II, C-I, D-III
  3. A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III
  4. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

Solution

Mutualism
  • It is beneficial interaction. Both species are benefitted and is given as + and +. Example is mycorrhizae and higher plants.
Commensalism
  • This is an interaction where one species is benefitted (+) and other is neutral. Example is epiphytes growing on tree branches. 
Amensalism
  • This is an interaction where one species is harmed (-) and other is neutral. Example is fungus like Penicillium and bacteria.
Parasitism
  • This is a negative interaction. One species (the parasite) is benefitted and the host is harmed.

Asked in: NEET 2023 (All India)

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