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/sɪmˈbaɪətɪk ɔrˈɡənɪzəm/ · syl·m·bi·ot·ic or·gan·ism
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- An organism that lives in a close, interdependent relationship with another organism, often providing benefits to both parties. The coral reef is a symbiotic organism that relies on the zooxanthellae algae for its survival.
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- A community of organisms that live together in a mutually beneficial relationship. The forest ecosystem is a complex symbiotic organism that includes trees, fungi, and microorganisms.
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Did you know? The concept of symbiotic organisms has been observed in nature for centuries, with the Greek philosopher Aristotle noting the relationship between corals and algae in the 4th century BCE.