Solved

Consider Two Organisms, X and Y, Which Are Involved in a Type

Question 9

Multiple Choice

Consider two organisms, X and Y, which are involved in a type of ecological interaction. Which of the following statements is false?


A) If X and Y are mutualists, both organisms have a positive effect on the growth of the other.
B) If X is a commensal organism on Y, X has a positive effect on Y, but Y has no effect on X.
C) If Y is a commensal organism on X, X has a positive effect on Y, but Y has no effect on X.
D) If X and Y are competitors, both organisms have negative effects on each other's growth.
E) If X is a predator and Y is prey, X has a negative effect on Y, but Y has a positive effect on X.

Correct Answer:

verifed

Verified

Unlock this answer now
Get Access to more Verified Answers free of charge

Related Questions

Unlock this Answer For Free Now!

View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions

qr-code

Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks

upload documents

Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents