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The ecological interaction where one species benefits and other is neither harmed nor benefited is called .

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mutualism
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commensalism
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parasitism
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predation
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Solution

The correct option is B commensalism
Commensalism is the interaction in which one species benefits and other is neither harmed nor benefited.
Example: Orchid growing on a tree.

Parasitism is the type of interaction between two organisms where one organism called parasite ensures free lodging and food from its host organism.
Example: Malarial parasites.

Predation is the type of interaction between two organisms where one organism (predator) benefits and other (prey) is harmed.
Example: Tiger (predator) and deer (prey).

Mutualism is the type of interaction between two organisms where both organisms benefit from each other.
Example: Lichens (relationship between fungus and algae)

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