Question

Orchid growing on a mango tree is an example of

• A. Parasitism
• B. Mutualism
• C. Commensalism
• D. Predation

Hint:

Ecological Interactions: \[ (+,+) \rightarrow \text{Mutualism} \] \[ (+,0) \rightarrow \text{Commensalism} \] \[ (+,-) \rightarrow \text{Parasitism / Predation} \] NCERT Example: \[ \boxed{\text{Orchid + Mango Tree = Commensalism}} \]

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Recall the interaction between orchid and mango tree. An orchid grows on the branches of a mango tree to obtain support and better access to sunlight.

Step 2: Determine the effect on both organisms. \[ \text{Orchid benefits} \] \[ \text{Mango tree neither benefits nor is harmed} \]

Step 3: Identify the ecological interaction. When one species benefits and the other remains unaffected, the interaction is called: \[ \boxed{\text{Commensalism}} \] Therefore, \[ \boxed{\text{(C)}} \] is the correct answer.