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Amensalism is a type of population interaction in which
Options
A Both the populations are inhibited.
B One population is benefited and the other inhibited
C One population is inhibited and the other unaffected
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D Both the populations are benefited
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Amensalism is a type of population interaction where one population is inhibited or harmed while the other population remains unaffected (0/- interaction). A classic example is the release of antibiotics by certain fungi (e.g., Penicillium) that inhibit bacteria, while the fungus is unaffected. This contrasts with commensalism (+/0), mutualism (+/+), and competition (-/-).

Hint

Identify the interaction where one species is harmed and the other is neither helped nor harmed.

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