Question

Association of sea anemone and hermit is an example of

• A. Parasitism
• B. Predation
• C. Commensalism
• D. Mutualism

Answer 1

The correct option is C Commensalism

• Sea anemone and hermit crab shows a symbiotic relationship and both live in harmony with each other.
• This type of symbiotic relationship is called commensalism, in which neither the hermit crab nor the sea anemone is negatively affected.
• The hermit crab gains the protection from predators by the sea anemone and in return hermit crab provide food to the sea anemone and this type of association is an example of symbiotic commensalism.
• So, the correct answer is ' Commensalism '