Question

which of the following is a term that describes any interaction between organisms of different species where at least one organism is affected? select all that apply. commensal relationship mutualistic relationship parasitic relationship symbiotic relationship

Explanation:

• A commensal relationship is where one organism benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed. But it still involves an interaction between different - species organisms with one affected (the one that benefits).
• A mutualistic relationship is where both organisms benefit. So, it is an interaction between different - species organisms with both affected (in a positive way).
• A parasitic relationship is where one organism (the parasite) benefits and the other (the host) is harmed. It is an interaction between different - species organisms with at least one affected.
• A symbiotic relationship is a broad term that encompasses commensal, mutualistic, and parasitic relationships. It is an interaction between different - species organisms where at least one is affected.

Answer:

commensal relationship, mutualistic relationship, parasitic relationship, symbiotic relationship