Barnacles growing on the back of whale is an example for __________?

Environmental Science
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A. mutualism
B. parasitism
C. amensalism
D. commensalism

The barnacles passively filter food, using tentacle-like cirri, as the host swims through the water. The arrangement is generally considered commensal as it is done at no cost or benefit to the host.

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