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xclash

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on: Aug 16, 2013
Which of the following would be the most effective way to prevent herbivory in a non-woody plant?
A) production of the amino acid analog canavanine
B) release of insect pheromones
C) production of foul-tasting compounds
D) thickened cuticle
E) enhanced levels of salicylic acid


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Reply #1 on: Aug 20, 2013
I chose D and got the answer, hope that helps.


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