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aero

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on: Jul 25, 2013
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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Reply #1 on: Jul 28, 2013
Pick E. Bye for now.


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Reply #2 on: Aug 6, 2013
Yes you were right ! Thanks


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