Question

Write a note on parasitism.

Answer 1

1. It is an association between two organisms where one organism (parasite) gets benefited at the cost of other (host).
2. The parasite obtains food from the host
3. Majority of parasites harm the host. They may reduce the survival, growth and reproduction of the host and may cause death. Example: Plant parasite Cuscuta, Animal parasite, Mosquito.