In the environment,one microorganism often provides a nutrient for another microbe that is unable to synthesize the nutrient by itself.What is this type of environment called? (Select all that apply)

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A consortium is a community of microorganisms that live together in a close relationship, often providing nutrients for each other. A biofilm is a community of microorganisms that live together on a surface, often providing nutrients for each other.

In the Environment,one Microorganism Often Provides a Nutrient for Another