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Some types of algae can grow together with fungi. The fungi provide nutrients from decaying matter to the algae, while the energy the algae get from sunlight is shared with the fungi. Based on this information, how would you describe this relationship? (1 point)
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The algae is the predator, and the fungus is the prey.
The algae is the predator, and the fungus is the prey.
The fungus is a parasite, and the algae is the host.
The fungus is a parasite, and the algae is the host.
The two organisms are in competition.
The two organisms are in competition.
The two organisms are in a mutualistic relationship.
The two organisms are in a mutualistic relationship.
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The correct response is:
The two organisms are in a mutualistic relationship.
In this relationship, both the algae and the fungi benefit from each other: the fungi provide nutrients to the algae, while the algae provide energy (from sunlight) to the fungi.
