Commensalism Is Best Described as

question 22

Multiple Choice

Commensalism is best described as

• A) an unsuccessful microbial invasion due to the presence of preexisting microbes.
• B) a relationship between two organisms where only one member benefits and the other is unharmed.
• C) a relationship between two organisms where both members benefit.
• D) a relationship in which a microorganism causes disease.
• E) a source of contamination.

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Definitions:

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