Imagine That an Acacia Tree in the Ant-Plant Mutualism Is

question 18

Multiple Choice

Imagine that an acacia tree in the ant-plant mutualism is introduced to an island without ants. Over evolutionary time, natural selection from the lack of ants would probably lead to acacia trees that produce

• A) more nectar.
• B) less nectar.
• C) larger seeds.
• D) smaller seeds.

Describe the features and ecological roles of radiolarians and their symbiotic relationships.

Categorize different groups of algae and their classifications within the tree of life.

Explain the role of microbial eukaryotes in the formation of geological formations and fossil fuels.

Understand the diversity of nutritional strategies among eukaryotic microorganisms, including photosynthesis, absorption, and ingestion.

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