Why is the relationship between termites and the gut protozoans considered mutualism?
A) Protozoans fix nitrogen from the atmosphere for the termites to use.
B) Termites defecate into holes in wood and the protozoans in the fecal material are provided a safe area to live.
C) Protozoans are able to photosynthesize, providing energy to termites.
D) Protozoans are able to break down the lignin and cellulose that compose wood.
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