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Epiphytes that are growing on a mango branch is an example of which of the following?

Options

  1. ACommensalism
  2. BMutualism
  3. CPredation
  4. DAmensalism

Correct answer

A. Commensalism

Step-by-step solution

Commensalism is the type of interaction in which one-species benefits and another is neither harmed nor benefited. An orchid growing as an epiphyte on a mango branch is an example of commensalism.

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