A black walnut (Juglans nigra) emits a chemical that may kill or inhibit the growth of other nearby shrubs or trees. However, the black walnut is unaffected by this interaction. This is an example of which symbiotic relationship?

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This relationship is an example of amensalism, where one species is negatively affected while there is no effect on the other species. The black walnut is releasing a chemical that is harmful to the growth of other plants but this does not affect its own growth.

A Black Walnut (Juglans Nigra) Emits a Chemical That May