Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Symbiotic Relationships

Symbiotic relationships are relationships in which two different organisms live in close association with each other. The relationship between moss and a tree is commensalism. This is because the moss is not harming the tree and it isn't helping it either. As long as the tree can still receive the same items it needs to survive, moss can live there. Although, the habitat of which the moss is growing has to meet the needs of the organism. Thus making this area perfect for the moss to grow.

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