Discuss the various types of positive interactions between species.
Discuss the various types of positive interactions between species.
Mutualism : Both the species benefit in mutualism. E.g. Lichen - algae and fungi Mycorrhizae : Fungi and roots of higher plants (pinus roots).
Commensalism : The interaction where one species is benefitted and the other is neither benefitted nor harmed is called commensalism E.g. Orchid growing as epiphyte on branch of a tree; barnacles growing on the back of the whale.
| Positive Population Interactions | ||
| Species $A$ | Species $B$ | Nature of Interaction |
| $+$ | $+$ | Mutualism |
| $+$ | $0$ | Commensalism |
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Between which among the following, the relationship is not an example of commensalism?
Between which among the following, the relationship is not an example of commensalism?
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Predators play important role in
Predators play important role in
Explain predation in detail.
Explain predation in detail.
Describe commensalism.
Describe commensalism.
Statements
$I.$ Recent studies support competition as suggested in 'Gauses's Competitive Exclusion Principle'
$II.$ Gause's hypothesis says if two species compete for same resources then one will be eliminated by another species
$III.$ More recent studies point out that species facing competition might evolve mechanisms that promote co-existence rather than exclusion
$IV.$ Gause's competitive exclusion principle is effective when resources are in excess
$V.$ Unlimited resources give better opportunity for adaptation
Choose the correct combination of statements
Statements
$I.$ Recent studies support competition as suggested in 'Gauses's Competitive Exclusion Principle'
$II.$ Gause's hypothesis says if two species compete for same resources then one will be eliminated by another species
$III.$ More recent studies point out that species facing competition might evolve mechanisms that promote co-existence rather than exclusion
$IV.$ Gause's competitive exclusion principle is effective when resources are in excess
$V.$ Unlimited resources give better opportunity for adaptation
Choose the correct combination of statements