Which Statement About Spiders Illustrates the Importance of Van Der

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Multiple Choice

Which statement about spiders illustrates the importance of van der Waals forces in biology?

• A) Some spider species live as solitary animals, while others form communal webs.
• B) On a per-weight basis, spider silk is more resistant to breakage than steel.
• C) Some spiders paralyze their prey by injecting venom into their bodies.
• D) Some spider silks are extremely sticky and can adhere to smooth surfaces, such as glass.
• E) Some spiders secrete digestive juices onto their prey to begin digestion before swallowing it.

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