Why Is the Relationship Between Termites and the Gut Protozoans

question 53

Multiple Choice

Why is the relationship between termites and the gut protozoans considered mutualism?

• A) Protozoans fix nitrogen from the atmosphere for the termites to use.
• B) Termites defecate into holes in wood and the protozoans in the fecal material are provided a safe area to live.
• C) Protozoans are able to photosynthesize, providing energy to termites.
• D) Protozoans are able to break down the lignin and cellulose that compose wood.

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