BIOLOGY
JAMB 2007 - Question 4
Biology 2007 JAMB Past Questions - Question 4: Which of the following is an example of parasitism?
Choose the most appropriate option for the gap .
A:
B:
C:
D:
Correct Answer
C
Explanation
C Mistletoeis a parasitic plant having small green leaves, red flowers and fruits. Itdevelops sucking tube called hastorium with which it sucks the latex of thehost (orange tree). It is a partial parasite in that it can synthesize its owncarbohydrote. Options B and C indicate soprophytism and mutualism respectively

