A parasitism relationship is best described by option C: One organism benefits and the other is harmed. In this type of interaction, the parasite derives nutrients or benefits at the expense of the host organism, which is negatively affected by the presence of the parasite. Examples include tapeworms in the intestines of animals or fleas on a dog.
Describe a parasitism relationship.
A. One organism kills the other
B. No one benefits from this interaction and the other is not affected
C. One organism benefits and the other is harmed
D. Both organism benefits from this interaction
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