Synnecrosis is a rare type of symbiosis in which the interaction between species is detrimental to both organisms involved. It is a short-lived condition, as the interaction eventually causes death. Because of this, evolution selects against synnecrosis and it is uncommon in nature. An example of this is the relationship between some species of bees and victims of the bee sting. Species of bees who die after stinging their prey inflict pain on themselves (albeit to protect the hive) as well as on the victim. This term is rarely used. COUNT 4
QSN1 What type of relationship harms both organisms? ANS1 Synnecrosis QSN2 What is the ultimate result of synnecrosis? ANS2 death QSN3 How common is synnecrosis in the natural world? ANS3 uncommon QSN4 Why do bees sting even though it will kill them? ANS4 to protect the hive