Question

What does amensalism involve?

Options

• Both species are harmed equally

• One species benefits while the other is unaffected

• One species is harmed while the other is completely unaffected

• Both species benefit from the interaction

Answer 1

Amensalism is a population interaction where one species is harmed (-) while the other species is completely unaffected (0), making it a (-/0) sign convention. The unaffected species does not derive any benefit or harm from the relationship.