Two Species of Caterpillar Feed on the Same Species of Corn.On

question 53

Multiple Choice

Two species of caterpillar feed on the same species of corn.On close inspection,the two insects are found to be feeding on different parts of the corn,the root and the stem.What principle does this support?

• A)keystone species.
• B)niche overlap.
• C)competitive exclusion.
• D)Batesian mimicry.

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Definitions:

Mineralocorticoids

A class of corticosteroids, which are hormones produced by the adrenal gland that regulate salt and water balance in the body.

Corticotropin-Releasing Hormone

A peptide hormone involved in the stress response, stimulating the release of ACTH from the pituitary gland.

Anterior Pituitary

The front portion of the pituitary gland, responsible for producing and releasing hormones that regulate various bodily functions.

Adrenocorticotropic Hormone

Adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) is a peptide hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that stimulates the adrenal cortex to release cortisol and other steroid hormones.