Question

question 9 of 10
orchids are flowering plants that grow on other plants, including trees. however, orchids do not harm the trees. by growing on them, orchids can reach more sunlight.
what kind of relationship do orchids and trees have?
a. commensalism
b. competition
c. parasitism
d. mutualism

Explanation:

In commensalism, one organism benefits while the other is neither helped nor harmed. Orchids benefit by getting more sunlight by growing on trees, and trees are not affected, which is commensalism.

Answer:

A. Commensalism