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A parasite is different from a mutualist, as it derives benefit at the expense of its host, often harming it in the process. Unlike commensals, which coexist without significantly affecting their host, parasites rely on their host for survival, typically causing detrimental effects. Additionally, parasites differ from free-living organisms that do not depend on a host for their life cycle.

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