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JAMB Biology 1987 Question 46

Question 46

Ecological Associations

Epiphytes growing on the branches of trees provide an example of the relationship known as

  1. A.parasitism
  2. B.commensalism
  3. C.saprophytism
  4. D.holophytism.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (commensalism)

Explanation

Epiphytes gain support and light from the tree without harming it or feeding on it, so it is commensalism.