Question

Describe the interactions between organisms within an ecosystem. Give an example of a specific relationship that organisms may have, and how this relationship affects the ecosystem.

Answer 1

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Predation: One Wins, One Loses. Predation includes any interaction between two species in which one species benefits by obtaining resources from and to the detriment of the other.

Competition: The Double Negative. Competition exists when multiple organisms vie for the same, limiting resource.

Mutualism: Everyone Wins. Mutualism describes an interaction that benefits both species.

Commensalism: A Positive/Zero Interaction. An interaction where one species benefits and the other remains unaffected is known as commensalism.

Amensalism: A Negative/Zero Interaction. Amensalism describes an interaction in which the presence of one species has a negative effect on another, but the first species is unaffected.

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