A Chemical Produced by an Animal That Serves as a Communication

question 43

Multiple Choice

A chemical produced by an animal that serves as a communication to another animal of the same species is called

• A) a sign stimulus.
• B) an inducer.
• C) a pheromone.
• D) an imprinter.
• E) an agonistic promoter.

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Definitions:

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A pervasive and excessive feeling of fear or anxiety about multiple issues, which can significantly impair daily life activities.

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