The Advantage to a Species of Using a Pheromone for Communication

question 66

Multiple Choice

The advantage to a species of using a pheromone for communication rather than calling or gesturing is that it _____.  

• A) conveys more information
• B) is more easily understood
• C) is more energy efficient
• D) is more variable
• E) conveys immediate information

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Definitions:

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