Interactions between sea anemones and anemonefish were once described as an example of commensalism, but more recently some scientists hypothesize that they might be mutualism.Which behavioral interaction, if correct, would best justify this change in description?
A) The anemone provides the fish with food but receives no benefit from the fish.
B) The anemone protects the fish from predators but receives no benefit from the fish.
C) The anemone stings most fish but ignores the anemonefish, which has a mucous coat.
D) The anemone receives nutrients from the fish's feces, and the fish scavenges food from the anemone.
E) The anemone protects the anemonefish and provides it with food; the fish in turn steals the anemone's prey.
Correct Answer:
Verified
Q142: Termites live on cellulose, mostly derived from
Q143: Leaf cutter ants cannot survive without the
Q144: Poison dart frogs live in tropical rain
Q145: Caterpillars feed on plant leaves.Some plants contain
Q146: Which situation is most likely to result
Q148: At some water bird breeding colonies, the
Q149: Which statement is always true of predators?
A)
Q150: Coral snakes are brightly striped Neotropical species
Q151: Which interaction can correctly be labeled coevolution?
A)
Q152: Evidence suggests that some grasses benefit from
Unlock this Answer For Free Now!
View this answer and more for free by performing one of the following actions
Scan the QR code to install the App and get 2 free unlocks
Unlock quizzes for free by uploading documents