The biotic relationship between insects and plants with reference to pollination is called
A
Commensalism
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B
Mutualism
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C
Parasitism
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D
Saprophytism
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Solution
The correct option is A Mutualism
Insects such as bees collect energy-rich pollen or nectar for their survival and energy needs from flowers. They visit flowers that are open during the day. During this time the pollen sticks to the bee's hair. When this bee visits another flower, some of the pollen is transferred to it resulting in pollination. As the bee and plant, both are benefited it is a mutualistic relation. Thus the correct answer is option B.