Ecosystem Interactions and Relationships

The video discusses the effects of interactions among living things in their environment, highlighting both beneficial and harmful interactions. It covers mutualism, commensalism, predation, and parasitism, providing examples for each. The video also reflects on personal interactions with pets, emphasizing mutual benefits and care.

What is the primary function of an ecosystem?

• To serve as a food source for animals

• To provide a habitat for humans

• To enable interactions among living and non-living things

• To act as a climate regulator

Which of the following is an example of mutualism?

• Bees pollinating flowers

• Ticks feeding on a dog

• A remora fish riding on a shark

• A lion hunting a buffalo

In a commensal relationship, what happens to the host organism?

• It dies

• It benefits

• It is harmed

• It is unaffected

What is the role of a predator in a predator-prey relationship?

• To be hunted

• To hunt and consume the prey

• To pollinate plants

• To provide shelter

Which of the following is an example of parasitism?

• A tick on a dog

• A dog and its owner

• A bee and a flower

• A lion and a buffalo

What is competition among organisms primarily about?

• Forming alliances

• Fighting for survival needs

• Sharing resources

• Avoiding predators

How do lions compete with each other in the wild?

• By sharing food

• By migrating together

• By attacking prey like buffalo

• By forming packs

What type of interaction is described between a pet and its owner?

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Predation

Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to care for a pet?

• Ignoring its health needs

• Providing love and affection

• Keeping it clean with regular baths

• Feeding it the right kind of food

What is the main benefit of having a pet according to the video?

• They help with household chores

• They offer companionship and protection

• They are a source of income

• They provide food