Question

determine the ecological interaction for the example below: stentor and algae. in this interaction, the stentor is a protist (a tiny pond - water creature). algae is another type of protist that exist in similar environments. the stentor draws algae into its body tube. once inside, the algae converts sunlight into nutrients. the stentor uses these nutrients for life functions, such as growth and energy conversion. a predation b competition c mutualism d commensalism e parasitism

Explanation:

Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit. The stentor gets nutrients from the algae it draws in, and the algae likely gain a protected environment and access to substances from the stentor's metabolism. This is a mutually - beneficial interaction.

Answer:

C. Mutualism