Some bacteria in the human intestine aid in the digestion and absorption of nutrients, while utilizing these nutrients themselves as well. This is an example of:
A)commensalism.
B)mutualism.
C)parasitism.
D)predation.
E)an antagonistic interaction.

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship between two organisms in which both benefit. In this case, the bacteria aid in digestion and absorption of nutrients for the host, while utilizing these nutrients themselves.

Some Bacteria in the Human Intestine Aid in the Digestion