Relation between clownfish and sea anemone

Mutualism

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Commensalism

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Parasitism

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Amensalism

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Solution

The correct option is B Mutualism
Mutualism is the cooperation between organisms in which both the organisms are benefitted from the activity of each other.
The clownfish dwells in the tentacles of the sea anemone.
The stinging tentacles protect the clownfish from its predator while the clownfish the algae and food leftovers and keep them clean.
So, the correct answer is 'Mutualism'.

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