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Author Question: The male wasp, Campsoscolia ciliata, transfers pollen from one orchid to another (Read 653 times)

curlz

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on: Aug 14, 2013
The male wasp, Campsoscolia ciliata, transfers pollen from one orchid to another orchid of the same species. What "reward" does the male wasp receive from the orchid plants for helping with the orchid pollination?
A) a supply of energy-rich nectar
B) volatile chemical hormones that help the male wasp find a sexually receptive female
C) no reward; the male wasp is deceived by the flower shape and odor
D) successful copulation with the flower
E) a store of nectar that the wasp can use in time of famine


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Reply #1 on: Aug 22, 2013
I know it's C,

Shine bright :)


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Reply #2 on: Aug 28, 2013
You were right :D Thanks


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