Mutualist
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-018017
Two species that have evolved together into a mutually beneficial relationship. For example, mycorrhizal fungi get carbon compounds from plant roots and help deliver water and nutrients to the root.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-018017 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| References | USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"id": "MLC-T-ENV-018017",
"term": "Mutualist",
"field": "Environment",
"definition": "Two species that have evolved together into a mutually beneficial relationship. For example, mycorrhizal fungi get carbon compounds from plant roots and help deliver water and nutrients to the root.",
"references": [
"USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Glossary"
],
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/environment/mutualist/"
}
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