An association between two organisms benefiting both is called:
Correct answer: D. Symbiosis
- A. Commensalism
- B. Parasitism
- C. Predation
- D. Symbiosis
Explanation
Option A is incorrect because Commensalism is relationship in which one organism is benefited other is neither benefited nor harm.Option B is incorrect because Parasitism is relationship in which a parasite live with host body get food and shelter and in return cause disease.Option C is incorrect because Predation is a relationship in which an animal feed on other animal and the animal feed is predator and animal that is caught and eaten is prey.Option D is correct since An association between two beneficial organisms is called symbiosis.
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