Bioprospectors and Ethnobotanists Search for Plants and Plant Products Used

question 35

Multiple Choice

Bioprospectors and ethnobotanists search for plants and plant products used for medicines by native cultures.The major function of the medicinal compounds in plants is to _____.

• A)attract pollinators for seed dispersal
• B)attract insects and birds to spread seeds and fruits
• C)defend the plant against herbivores
• D)defend the plant against microbes

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Definitions:

Select

Refers to highlighting or choosing items from a set of options on a user interface.

Entry

An individual record or item added to a database or list, which can contain various types of data related to a specific topic or transaction.

Type

A category or classification defined by specific characteristics.

CTRL+F

A keyboard shortcut commonly used in computer software to open the search function.