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Biology · 2022 · 2 marks
CBSE 2022 · Region 4 · Set 1 · Q5
The figures given below show the results of a lab experiment in which two microbial species A and B belonging to same genus were grown in three petri…
The figures given below show the results of a lab experiment in which two microbial species A and B belonging to same genus were grown in three petri dishes having same culture medium. In Petri dish-I, Species-A was grown alone for $\displaystyle 8$ weeks. In Petri dish-II, Species-B was grown alone for $\displaystyle 8$ weeks. In Petri dish-III, both the species were grown together with the same number as Petri dish-I and Petri dish-II for $\displaystyle 8$ weeks.
What conclusion will you draw from the graphs in terms of impact of interaction on growth? Explain, giving reason.
Marking-scheme solution
Both the species (Species A and B) show better growth when grown together.
Both are benefitted from each other / They show mutualism.
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