There are several different types of symbiotic relationships. In this case, a tick attaches to an animal and feeds on its blood.

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There are several different types of symbiotic relationships. In this case, a tick attaches to an animal and feeds on its blood.

Ticks need blood at every stage of their life cycle. Ticks can also spread disease to the animals when they penetrate the animal's skin while sucking its blood. What type of symbiotic relationship is this? Explain.

Biology

2 answers:

Keith_Richards [23] · Answer 1 · 2022-02-03T04:50:59+03:00

Keith_Richards [23]3 years ago

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Answer:

paratism

Explanation:

Burka [1] · Answer 2 · 2022-02-03T03:27:27+03:00

Answer:

Parasitism

Explanation:

There are three main types of symbiotic relationship which includes:

Mutualism: this is a type of symbiotic relationship that occurs between two organism where both gains/has something to offer to the relationship. Example is the mutualistic relationship between nitrogen fixing bacteria and root nodules of leguminous plant

Commensalism: a type of relationship in which only one benefits but does not cause harm to the other. Example: cattle egret and cattle

Parasitism: a relationship where one organism benefit and cause harm to the host organism. Example is the tick and its host