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  1. Barnacles growing on the back of whale is an example for

  2. A.

     mutualism

    B.

     parasitism

    C.

     amensalism

    D.

     commensalism

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    Answer : Option D

    Explanation :

    The barnacles passively filter food, using tentacle-like cirri, as the host swims through the water. The arrangement is generally considered commensal as it is done at no cost or benefit to the host.


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