Feeding by living in or on the other organism (host) belonging to different species is called?
Correct answer: B. Parasitic nutrition
- A. Mineral nutrition
- B. Parasitic nutrition
- C. Saprophytic nutrition
- D. Symbiotic nutrition
Explanation
Feeding by living in or on another organism (host) belonging to a different species is called **parasitic nutrition** (Option B). Parasites obtain nutrients from their host organism, often causing harm or damage to the host in the process.
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