Organisms and Populations Question 70
70. Which type of association is found in between entomophilous flower and pollinating agent?
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(a) mutualism
(b) commensalism
(c) cooperation
(d) co-evolution
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Answer : a
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(a) Commensalism is an interaction between two individuals in which one is benefitted while the other is unaffected. In mutualism both individuals are beneficial for each other. The pollinating insect gets nectar from flower and in turn helps in pollination of flowers.
