What Hypothesis Were the Researchers Testing to Explain Why Peppers

question 79

Multiple Choice

What hypothesis were the researchers testing to explain why peppers are hot?

• A)To deter seed destroyers without affecting dispersers
• B)To deter all animals from destroying the seeds
• C)To promote dispersion when animals drop the hot fruit
• D)For a reason unrelated to seed dispersal or destruction
• E)To promote pollination of the peppers

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