A biologist finds that a plant is being attacked by beetle larva, which eats flowers. Later that same day, she observes that the air around the plant has an unusual "chemical" odour. Next day, she sees that there are many wasps stinging the caterpillars on the flowers. Give the most likely explanation for this observation and explain the underlying concept clearly.

A biologist finds that a plant is being attacked by beetle larva, which eats flowers. Later that same day, she observes that the air around the plant has an unusual "chemical" odour. Next day, she sees that there are many wasps stinging the caterpillars on the flowers. Give the most likely explanation for this observation and explain the underlying concept clearly.

Aquaculture Science

3rd Edition

ISBN:9781133558347

Author:Parker

Publisher:Parker

Chapter2: Aquatic Plants And Animals

Section: Chapter Questions

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