The bacterium-filled nodules found on legumes represent a mutually beneficial arrangement. But it is evidently one with sophisticated checks and balances to ensure a fair deal for both partners in the marriage.
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Sprent, J. Mutual sanctions. Nature 422, 672–673 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1038/422672a
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