Pollinators, like bees, have a mutualistic relationship with plants. The pollinators carry pollen from plant to plant. What statement provides support of this as a mutualistic relationship?

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Responses
A The bees receive food from the nectar while the plants are pollinated.The bees receive food from the nectar while the plants are pollinated.
B The bees provide protection for the flowers and the flowers protect the bees.The bees provide protection for the flowers and the flowers protect the bees.
C The bees deprive the flowers of valuable resources while pollinating the flowers.The bees deprive the flowers of valuable resources while pollinating the flowers.
D The bees receive no benefit, but are also not harmed. Only the plant receives benefit.

Answer 1

The statement that provides support for the mutualistic relationship between pollinators like bees and plants is:

A. The bees receive food from the nectar while the plants are pollinated.

This option illustrates that both parties benefit: bees get food (nectar), and in return, they facilitate the pollination of plants.