Some species of bean bug, which are common pests on soybean plants, can acquire resistance to a common herbicide by nurturing protective bacteria in their gut. The bacteria grow well in the gut, do not cause any harm, and receive all their nutrients from the bean bug. This is an example of __________.

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Mutualism is the correct answer because both the bean bugs and the bacteria benefit from their relationship. The bean bugs gain resistance to herbicides, while the bacteria receive nutrients and a place to live.

Some Species of Bean Bug, Which Are Common Pests on Soybean