Many Mammals Have Skins and Mucous Membranes That Are Sensitive

question 77

Multiple Choice

Many mammals have skins and mucous membranes that are sensitive to phenolic secretions of plants like poison oak (Rhus) . These secondary compounds are primarily adaptations that

• A) prevent desiccation.
• B) favor pollination.
• C) foster seed dispersal.
• D) decrease competition.
• E) inhibit herbivory.

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