There Is Evidence That Some Plants Respond to Herbivore Attacks

question 34

Multiple Choice

There is evidence that some plants respond to herbivore attacks by increasing the production of chemicals known to deter herbivory.What would this be an example of?

• A) Interspecific competition
• B) An obligate response
• C) Exploitation
• D) An inducible defense

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Definitions:

Interactive Effects

The combined impact of two or more variables when they interact with each other, often in a way that could not be predicted by considering each variable in isolation.

Independent Variables

In an experimental setting, the variable that is manipulated or changed to observe its effects on a dependent variable.

Blood Pressure

The pressure exerted by circulating blood upon the walls of blood vessels, indicative of the health of the circulatory system.

Experimental Group

The group in a scientific experiment that receives the treatment or intervention being tested.