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Flagellate protozoan living in the gut of termites is a case of

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Mutualism
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Parasitism
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Amensalism
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Commensalism
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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.

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