Differentiate between Commensalism and Mutualism.

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CommensalismMutualism
$(1)$ One species is benefited,while the other remains unaffected.$(1)$ Both species are mutually benefited.
$(2)$ $(+, 0)$ interaction.$(2)$ $(+, +)$ interaction.
$(3)$ Example: Epiphytes on a host plant,clownfish and sea anemone.$(3)$ Example: Rhizobium-legume association,mycorrhiza.

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