In the Australian Outback, Emus (A Relative of the Ostrich)

question 91

Multiple Choice

In the Australian outback, emus (a relative of the ostrich) feeding in the open brush lands have coloration similar to the surrounding bushes. This is an example of

• A) coevolution.
• B) interspecies competition.
• C) mimicry.
• D) camouflage.
• E) warning coloration.

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Definitions:

Communication Process

The sequence of steps through which information is conveyed from a sender to a receiver, involving encoding, transmitting, receiving, and decoding messages.

Message

A piece of information or communication conveyed from one person, group, or system to another through various means.

Communication Process Model

A conceptual framework that describes the sequence of steps involved in the successful transmission and reception of a message between communicators.

Noise

in communication refers to any interference that distorts or interrupts the clarity of the message being transmitted between sender and receiver.