Which of the following is not a benefit provided by mutualistic crab and shrimp to the Pocillopora coral?
A) Protection from predators
B) Promotion of the health and integrity of coral tissue
C) Source of lipids
D) Both protection from predators and source of lipids
E) Both promotion of the health and integrity of coral tissue and source of lipids

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The mutualistic crab and shrimp do provide protection from predators and a source of lipids to the Pocillopora coral. Additionally, they promote the health and integrity of coral tissue by removing algae and other harmful organisms. Therefore, option C is the correct answer as it is not a benefit provided by mutualistic crab and shrimp to the Pocillopora coral.

Which of the Following Is Not a Benefit Provided by Mutualistic