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Aphids are insects that feed on fluids from the stems of plants. After the aphids ingest the plant fluids, they excrete a liquid called honeydew.

Some species of ants protect aphids from predators. The ants benefit by feeding on the honeydew produced by the aphids. Which of these terms best describes the relationship between the aphids and the ants?

 
Fake Radio Button   F     mutualism
Fake Radio Button   G     parasite–host
Fake Radio Button   H     predator–prey
Fake Radio Button   J     commensalism
 
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