Biology, 11.04.2020 03:24 lelliott86

A biology student hiking in a forest happens upon an erect, 15-cm-tall plant that bears microphylls and a strobilus at its tallest point. When disturbed, the cone emits a dense cloud of brownish dust. A pocket magnifying glass reveals the dust to be composed of tiny spheres with a high oil content.
Besides oil, what other chemical should be detected in substantial amounts upon chemical analysis of these small spheres?
A) sporopollenins
B) phenolics
C) waxes
D) lignins

Answers: 3

Show answers

Other questions on the subject: Biology

Biology, 22.06.2019 01:30, alaina3792

Which of the following shows the correct order in which light information travels through the eye? (2 points) lens, pupil, retina, optic nerve pupil, lens, retina, optic nerve pupil, lens, optic nerve, retina lens, pupil, optic nerve, retina

Answers: 2

continue

Biology, 22.06.2019 05:00, graymonky12

This comparative chart is an example of one that might be used by scientists and law enforcement personnel for identification purposes. the chart represents a technological advance called

Answers: 2

continue

Biology, 22.06.2019 05:10, lilmsnyah

Hydrilla (hydrilla verticillata) is an invasive aquatic plant and one of the most serious aquatic pests in florida. hydrilla has already been introduced to hundreds of bodies of water throughout florida, hydrilla is difficult to control because it grows rapidly and survives in many different water depths and conditions. hydrilla • describe how hydrilla affects native plant and animal species. include both a biotic and an abiotic limiting factor. • suggest one biotic and one abiotic recommendation that could slow the spread of hydrilla

Answers: 3

continue

Biology, 22.06.2019 07:00, Nicaragua505

8) animals respond in various ways to stimuli detected through their senses. some of these responses are stimulated by the presence of danger. which of these animal responses is the best example of a response to an immediate threat? a) a rooster crows every morning at the first sign of light. b) as something approaches an octopus, it shoots a cloud of ink. c) from late fall until spring, bears hibernate to preserve energy. d) a dog is getting hot in the sunlight, so he moves to a shaded area.

Answers: 3

continue

You know the right answer?

A biology student hiking in a forest happens upon an erect, 15-cm-tall plant that bears microphylls...