Question

1. the insect in the photo above is gathering pollen and nectar for food, but at the same time is aiding in the plants reproduction. what does this relationship demonstrate?

a. predation
b. commensalism
c. mutualism
d. parasitism

Explanation:

Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit. In this case, the insect gets nectar (food) and the plant gets help in reproduction (pollination). Commensalism is when one benefits and the other is unaffected. Predation is one organism eating another. Parasitism is one organism (parasite) harming another (host) while benefiting. Since both the insect (getting food) and the plant (aiding reproduction) benefit, it's mutualism.

Answer:

C. mutualism