Question

Study the following statements about Adamsia and select your option
A) It is a parasite on clownfish.
B) It is an example of commensalism along with down fish.
C) It is called sea anemone.
D) It is called hermit crab.

• A. A and B are correct
• B. B and C are correct
• C. C and D are correct
• D. A and D are correct

Answer 1

The correct option is B B and C are correct

Adamsia is also called the sea anemone, and it belongs to the phylum Cnidaria in the animal kingdom. Adamsia shows a symbiotic relationship with clownfish in which the Adamsia get its food with the help of clownfish, and the clownfish is being protected from its enemies due to the presence of stinging cells in the anemone. This type of symbiotic relationship is called the commensalism. Hence, both options B and C are correct.