Which one of the following is a matching pair of certain organisms and the kind of association?

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Algae and fungi in lichens - Mutualism

Shark and sucker fish - Amensalism

Orchids growing on trees - Mutualism

Cuscuta (dodder) growing on other flowering plants - Epiphytism

answer is B.

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The association between fungi and algae in lichen is regarded as the true mutual relationship, in which both the partners are benefitted. In lichen, fungus lives on the algae which manufactures food by virtue of the chlorophyll present in its cells, while the algae enjoys the protection afforded by the fungal envelope, to live in very dry conditions.

Shark and sucker fish - Commensalism

Orchids growing on trees - Commensalism

Cuscuta growing on hedge plants - Parasitism

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