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Symbiosis
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symbiose
a close and often long-term interaction between two different species living in close physical association, typically to the advantage of both
Voorbeeld
Acacia trees and ants exemplify a mutualistic symbiosis, where the trees provide shelter and food in the form of nectar while ants defend the trees from herbivores and other threats.
The relationship between cleaner fish and larger fish, where the cleaner fish remove parasites, represents a mutualistic symbiosis.
Clownfish and sea anemones exhibit mutualistic symbiosis, as the clownfish receive protection, and the anemones benefit from food scraps.
The relationship between bees and flowering plants is an example of mutualistic symbiosis, with the bees pollinating the plants and obtaining nectar.
The coral reefs showcase a remarkable example of symbiosis, where corals and algae live together, with corals providing shelter and nutrients while algae provide food through photosynthesis.
