BIOLOGY
JAMB 2016 - Question 35
Biology 2016 JAMB Past Questions - Question 35: The relationship between a termite and the protozoan in its intestine is described as
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
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Correct Answer
C
Explanation
Some species of termites have symbiotic protozoans in their guts which digest the cellulose to produce glucose. However other species of termites cultivate-fungus gardens which consist of termite faeces, humus, wood(cellulose). The fungus grows on the cellulose or wood digesting the wood to a state the termite can use. Predation is a mode of feeding in which a bigger animal (predator) feeds on a smaller animal (prey). Saprophytism Is a mode feeding in which a non-green plant (fungus) feeds on dead organic matter (dead plant and animals)Parasitism is a mode of feeding in which a plant or animal (parasite) lives in another plant or animal (host) and derives its nourishment from host is harmed.
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