The relationship between a tick and the cow on which it feeds is called
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. parasitism
- Step 1: The tick benefits and the cow is harmed. Answer: parasitism. Why not the others: mutualism: In mutualism both organisms benefit. commensalism: In commensalism one benefits and the other is not harmed. saprophytism: Saprophytes feed on dead matter.
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