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Symbiotic

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The term 'symbiotic' suggests a favorable interaction where both sides win. SlideThe clownfish and sea anemone engage in a symbiotic bond, each providing protection for the other.
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'Symbiotic' is different from 'parasitic', where one benefits at the other's expense. SlideUnlike a tick on a dog, a symbiotic relationship aids both, like oxpeckers on rhinos.
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'Symbiotic' often implies balance in nature, helping to maintain ecological stability. SlideBees and blooming plants share a symbiotic relationship crucial for the ecosystem.