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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Biology

Chapter

Organisms and Populations

Question:

Which of the following is correct example of mutualism?

Options:

Mycorrhizae are associations between fungi and the roots of higher plants.

Fig flower is pollinated by wasp.

Cuscuta, a parasitic plant that is commonly found growing on hedge plants.

Both A and B.

Correct Answer:

Both A and B.

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (4) -Both A and B.

Mutualism: This interaction confers benefits on both the interacting species.

Lichens represent an intimate mutualistic relationship between a fungus and photosynthesising algae or cyanobacteria. Similarly, the mycorrhizae are associations between fungi and the roots of higher plants. The fungi help the plant in the absorption of essential nutrients from the soil while the plant in turn provides the fungi with energy-yielding carbohydrates.

Fig flower is pollinated by wasp is another example of mutualism.