JAMB Biology 1993 Question 39

Question 39

Ecological Associations

Two organisms of different species, living in close association but not dependent on each other are referred to as

  1. A.parasites
  2. B.commensals
  3. C.symbionts
  4. D.autotrophs.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (commensals)

Explanation

In commensalism two species live together; one gains and the other is not harmed, and they do not depend on each other.