An Organism That Lives at the Expense of Another Organism

question 31

Multiple Choice

An organism that lives at the expense of another organism is a _____.

• A)mutualistic
• B)commensal
• C)parasite
• D)symbiont

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Definitions:

Benign Tumors

Non-cancerous growths in the body that do not spread to other parts and generally have a less aggressive impact on health.

Fibroids

Noncancerous growths in the uterus that can develop during a woman's childbearing years, often causing no symptoms or resulting in various reproductive issues.

Uterine Wall

The muscular layer of the uterus, also known as the myometrium, which expands during pregnancy and contracts during labor.

Endometriosis

A condition in which tissues that make up the lining of the uterus grow outside the uterus.