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GST 111 ECOLOGY Objective Question

Question

An epiphyte, like an orchid, growing on a tree is an example of:
Options
A Parasitism
B Mutualism
C Predation
D Commensalism
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

An epiphyte growing on a tree is commensalism. The epiphyte gets support (and possibly nutrients from debris), while the tree is generally unaffected.

Hint

The orchid uses the tree for support but doesn't take nutrients from it.

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