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Name and explain the kind of interaction in the following(1) Algae and fungi in lichens(2) Head louse and humans(3) Hermit crab and sea anemone.

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(1) Algae and fungi in lichens:-

  • This is an example of mutualism in which both are benefited
  • Fungi provide protection and helps in absorbing water and minerals where as the algae prepare food for the fungus.

(2) Head louse and human: 

This is an example of ectoparasitism the parasite gets shelter as well as food from human’s head.

(3) Hermit crab and sea anemone:- 

This is an example of commensalism in which sea anemone gets benefit for moving to places rich in nutrients while the hermit crab neither benefitted nor harmed.


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