[Solved] Which of the following have species that can establish a symbiotic relationship with other organisms ? 1. Cnidarians 2. Fungi 3. Protozoa Select the correct answer using the code given below. Skip to main content

[Solved] Which of the following have species that can establish a symbiotic relationship with other organisms ? 1. Cnidarians 2. Fungi 3. Protozoa Select the correct answer using the code given below.

Question

Q30. Which of the following have species that can establish a symbiotic relationship with other organisms ?

1. Cnidarians

2. Fungi

3. Protozoa

Select the correct answer using the code given below.

A. 1 and 2 only

B. 2 and 3 only

C. 1 and 3 only

D. 1,2 and 3

Answer: D

Detailed Explanation

Explanation:

· Cnidarians, also called coelenterate, are mostly marine animals. They include the corals, hydras, jellyfish, etc.

· The relationship between cnidarians and dinoflagellate algae is termed as “symbiotic”, because both the animal host and the algae are benefiting from the association.

· It is a mutualistic interaction.

· Fungi have several mutualistic relationships with other organisms. In mutualism, both organisms benefit from the relationship.

· Two common mutualistic relationships involving fungi are mycorrhiza and lichen.

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