Interspecific interaction between two species, in which both members benefit, is referred to as:
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. mutualism.
Mutualism is an interspecific interaction between two different species in which both partners benefit from the relationship. This type of interaction is common in nature. For example, bees and flowering plants engage in mutualism: bees get nectar for food, while flowers get pollinated. Unlike commensalism (where only one benefits) or neutralism (where neither is significantly affected), mutualism enhances survival or reproduction for both species involved, making it a vital ecological interaction.