Select the correct answer.

The image shows an ant that has been infected by a fungus, with the sporangium of the fungus emerging from the ant’s head. What type of nutrition is the fungus in the image demonstrating?

A.

parasitic

B.

autotrophic

C.

saprophytic

D.

symbiotic

E.

mycorrhizae

What is the best conclusion based on this data? the hypothesis was not supported because the data indicated that fertilizing plants does not improve plant growth. the hypothesis was supported; to get the best growth, use 5 milliliters of fertilizer per plant. the hypothesis was not supported; the data indicated that too much fertilizer can inhibit plant growth. the hypothesis was supported; to get the best growth, use 15 milliliters of fertilizer per plant.