Refer to figure. Which statement best describes the relationship between the nematode and the fungus shown?
A) The fungus and nematode have a symbiotic relationship in which both benefit from each other.
B) The fungus acts as a predator, trapping the nematode and invading it with hyphae to extract nutrients.
C) The nematode is a parasite that takes nutrients from the fungus.
D) The fungus acts as a parasite, invading the nematode and living within the host, causing only minimal harm.
E) The nematode is a pathogen of fungi and consumes the hyphae as a source of carbon.

Question

Refer to figure.  Which statement best describes the relationship between the nematode and the fungus shown?
A) The fungus and nematode have a symbiotic relationship in which both benefit from each other. 
B) The fungus acts as a predator, trapping the nematode and invading it with hyphae to extract nutrients. 
C) The nematode is a parasite that takes nutrients from the fungus. 
D) The fungus acts as a parasite, invading the nematode and living within the host, causing only minimal harm. 
E) The nematode is a pathogen of fungi and consumes the hyphae as a source of carbon.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The image shows a nematode trapped and invaded by fungal hyphae, indicating that the fungus acts as a predator, extracting nutrients from the nematode. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

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