Flagellate protozoan living in the gut of termites is a case of
A
Mutualism
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B
Parasitism
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C
Amensalism
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D
Commensalism
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Solution
The correct option is A Mutualism A mutualistic relationship is when two organisms of different species work together and get benefit from the relationship. One example of a mutualistic relationship is that of the oxpecker (a kind of bird) and the rhinoceros or zebra. Flagellate protozoan living in the gut of termites is a case of mutualism where protozoa get nutrient (ingested wood) and termites get benefit from protozoa in cellulose digestion.