The Hypothesis That Closely Matches the Data Provided Is

question 42

Multiple Choice

The hypothesis that closely matches the data provided is:

• A)spiders are the top predators on all islands.
• B)herbivorous insects survive best on islands where spiders and centipedes live.
• C)herbivorous insects and spider populations are decreased by centipedes.
• D)herbivorous insects feed on spiders and centipedes.

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Definitions:

Organ of Corti

A structure located in the cochlea of the inner ear, containing hair cells that act as the primary sound receptor for auditory sensation.

Cochlea

A spiral-shaped cavity of the inner ear that plays a key role in the sense of hearing, converting sound vibrations into nerve impulses.

Malleus

A small bone in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations from the eardrum to the incus.

Stapes

The smallest bone in the human body, located in the middle ear, and is involved in transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear.