Biology

The correct answer is: C.Parasitism.

In this relationship:

1.The mistletoe benefits by extracting water and nutrients from the spruce tree. The mistletoe does this by attaching to the tree and using it as a host to obtain resources.

2.The spruce tree is harmed because the mistletoe takes valuable water and nutrients that could otherwise support the tree’s growth. Over time, this parasitic relationship can weaken the tree, potentially leading to reduced health or even death in extreme cases.

This is a classic example of parasitism, where one ...